The metric system is a system of measurements based on units of 10. It is also called the International System of Units, abbreviated as SI. The standardization of the metric system was adopted through the Treaty of the Meter in 1875 in Paris, France. The SI is maintained by the International Bureau of Weights and Measures in Paris. It is updated when necessary by an international conference.
From Ounces to Grams
Grams are very small units of weight. For example, an average ballpoint pen cap weighs about one gram. Ounces are much larger than grams, with one ounce equal to about 28 grams. Convert from ounces to grams by multiplying the number of ounces by 28.35 to get the number of grams.
From Pounds to Kilograms
A single kilogram weighs about twice as much as a single pound. Convert from pounds to kilograms by multiplying the number of pounds by 0.454 to get the number of kilograms.
From Tons to Megagrams
Megagrams and tons are very large units of weight used to measure heavy things like cars, ships or bulk goods. A single ton is roughly ten percent heavier than a single megagram. Convert from tons to megagrams by multiplying the number of tons by 0.907 to find the number of megagrams.
Metric Weight Measurements Compared
There are 1000 grams in a kilogram, and 1000 kilograms in a megagram. Megagrams are also referred to as tonnes.
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