Weight Conversions - Metric, Imperial (Avoirdupois) Troy

Time 2020-10-23 20:04:39

Web Name: Weight Conversions - Metric, Imperial (Avoirdupois) Troy

WebSite: http://www.weightconversions.org

ID:92018

Keywords:

Metric,Conversions,Weight,

Description:

For most weight conversions you can use our multi-unit converter to select the unit to convert and the amount tobe converted by selecting the unit from the drop down and entering the amount in the box below. Change the weightsystem by selecting from the top selecters.Select Converter From Those BelowWeight conversions between various different systems, metric, imperial, avoirdupois and troy, can be selected from the links below Metric Weight UnitsThe base unit of weight in the metric system is the kilogram, all other weight units used in the metric system are based on the kilogram. The kilogram is part of the MKS system of units (metre, kilogram second) which is the basis of the SI system of units. Technically the kilogramis a unit of mass, but in common terminology this is called weight.Imperial Weight UnitsCommonly called the Imperial system the formal name for this system of weights is the Avoirdupois system.Imperial weights are in everyday use in the US and the UK, they are also used in some places in Canada wherethe metric system is now fully in formal use. There are some differences between the UK Imperial system and the US customary system which occurred after US independence, stemming from the definition of a hundredweightas 100 lbs in the US whereas in the UK a hundredweight is 112 lbs.Troy Weight UnitsTroy weights are mainly used to measure the weights of gemstones, precious metals and gunpowder (grains).The grain is a common unit between the Avoirdupois (Imperial) system and the troy system, whereas other troy units are distinct from their Imperial counterparts.

TAGS:Metric Conversions Weight 

<<< Thank you for your visit >>>

Easy to use converter to convert between different weight systems including metric, imperial and troy weights.

Hot Websites