Convert kiloton (metric) to ton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert kiloton (metric) [kt] to ton (metric) [t], or Convert ton (metric) to kiloton (metric).
How to Convert Kiloton (Metric) to Ton (Metric)
1 kt = 1000 t
Example: convert 15 kt to t:
15 kt = 15 × 1000 t = 15000 t
Kiloton (Metric) to Ton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Kiloton (Metric)
A kiloton (kt) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 metric tons or 1,000,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The term 'kiloton' originated in the 20th century, primarily used in military and scientific contexts to measure large quantities of explosive energy or mass, especially in nuclear weapon yields and large-scale industrial measurements.
Current Use
Today, kilotons are commonly used to express the explosive yield of nuclear weapons, the mass of large objects, and in scientific research related to energy and mass measurements.
Ton (Metric)
The metric ton (t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The metric ton was introduced as part of the metric system in the late 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, universal unit.
Current Use
The metric ton is widely used in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities worldwide.