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Metric Ton

The metric ton (or tonne, symbol t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms (1,000 kg) or 1 megagram (1 Mg). It is part of the metric system but is not an SI unit. However, it is accepted for use with the SI due to its widespread application in measuring large masses, such as in industry and transportation.

Origin:

The metric ton was introduced in the 1790s during the creation of the metric system in France. It was established as a convenient way to represent large quantities of mass, aligning with the decimal-based nature of the system. The term "tonne" is derived from the Old French word "tonne", meaning a large cask or barrel, reflecting its use in measuring heavy loads. Over time, it became a standardized unit used globally in fields like shipping, agriculture, and environmental science.

Pound

The pound (lb) is a unit of mass or weight in both the imperial system and the U.S. customary system. It is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms in the International System of Units (SI), ensuring consistency across different systems. It is commonly used to measure body weight, food quantities, and in industries like shipping.

Origin:

The pound has its origins in ancient Rome, where it was known as the libra, a unit of weight equivalent to around 327 grams. The term pound comes from the Latin word "libra", which was used to refer to both the Roman pound and the unit of weight for trade. Over time, the pound evolved through various forms, including the Avoirdupois pound used in medieval England, which was based on a system of 16 ounces. The Avoirdupois pound became the standard for most goods in the U.S. and Britain by the 14th century and was later standardized internationally, with its value fixed to the kilogram in the 20th century.

Convert Metric Ton to other weight-converter units

1 Metric Ton = 1000 Kilogram

1 Metric Ton = 1000000 Gram

1 Metric Ton = 1000000000 Milligram

1 Metric Ton = 1 Metric Ton

1 Metric Ton = 0.9842073304 Long Ton

1 Metric Ton = 1.1023122101 Short Ton

1 Metric Ton = 2204.6244202 Pound

1 Metric Ton = 35273.990723 Ounce

1 Metric Ton = 5000000 Carat

1 Metric Ton = 176.36980975 Stone (US)

1 Metric Ton = 157.47304442 Stone (UK)

1 Metric Ton = 15432358.353 Grain

1 Metric Ton = 68.521765857 Slug

1 Metric Ton = 10 Quintal

1 Metric Ton = 88.184904874 Quarter (US)

1 Metric Ton = 78.736522209 Quarter (UK)

1 Metric Ton = 22.046226218 Hundredweight (US)

1 Metric Ton = 19.684130552 Hundredweight (UK)

1 Metric Ton = 34285.710367 Ton (assay) (US)

1 Metric Ton = 30612.244898 Ton (assay) (UK)

1 Metric Ton = 1 Tonne

1 Metric Ton = 0.001 Kiloton

1 Metric Ton = 6.022173643e+29 Dalton

1 Metric Ton = 101.9716213 Kilogram-force square second per meter

1 Metric Ton = 2.2046226218 Kilopound