Gram (g)
Definition: The gram (g) is a unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. It is commonly used for small-scale weight measurements, particularly in cooking, pharmaceuticals, and scientific research, where precise quantities are required.
History: The gram was introduced in 1795 by the French National Convention as a fundamental metric unit of mass, originally defined as the absolute weight of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density. It was later standardized under the metric system and remains a critical unit in scientific and everyday applications.
Current Use: The gram is widely used for measuring smaller masses in daily life, including food portions, medicine dosages, and laboratory experiments. It plays a crucial role in industries such as pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and material science, where precise measurements are essential.
US Short Ton
Definition: The US short ton is a unit of mass equal to 2,000 pounds (approximately 907.184 kilograms). It is commonly used in the United States for industrial, construction, and freight measurements.
History: The US ton evolved from British weight standards but was adapted to a simpler 2,000-pound definition in the 19th century. This made calculations easier for commerce and industry. Unlike the UK long ton, the US short ton was not influenced by the British imperial system but remained a domestic standard.
Current Use: The US ton is extensively used in the shipping, construction, and manufacturing industries. It appears in cargo shipping, material weight specifications, and fuel measurements, particularly in the United States where metric adoption is limited.
Quick Conversion Table Gram (g) to US Short Ton
1 Gram (g) equal to 0.000001102 US Short Ton
5 Gram (g) equal to 0.000005512 US Short Ton
10 Gram (g) equal to 0.000011023 US Short Ton
20 Gram (g) equal to 0.000022046 US Short Ton
30 Gram (g) equal to 0.000033069 US Short Ton
50 Gram (g) equal to 0.000055116 US Short Ton
75 Gram (g) equal to 0.000082673 US Short Ton
100 Gram (g) equal to 0.000110231 US Short Ton