Convert ton (assay) (UK) to picogram
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to picogram [pg], or Convert picogram to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Picogram
1 AT (UK) = 32666666666666.7 pg
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to pg:
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 32666666666666.7 pg = 490000000000000 pg
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Picogram Conversion Table
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Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
Picogram
A picogram (pg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a gram.
History/Origin
The picogram was introduced as part of the metric system to measure extremely small masses, especially in scientific and laboratory contexts, as a subdivision of the gram in the SI unit system.
Current Use
Picograms are used in scientific fields such as biology, chemistry, and physics to measure very small quantities of substances, including DNA, proteins, and other microscopic materials.