Convert megagram to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert megagram [Mg] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to megagram.
How to Convert Megagram to Quintal (Metric)
1 Mg = 10 cwt
Example: convert 15 Mg to cwt:
15 Mg = 15 × 10 cwt = 150 cwt
Megagram to Quintal (Metric) Conversion Table
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Megagram
A megagram (Mg) is a unit of mass equal to one million grams or 1,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The megagram was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a larger unit of mass, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts. It is also known as a metric ton in some regions, though this can vary by country.
Current Use
The megagram is used in scientific, industrial, and environmental fields to measure large quantities of mass, especially where the metric system is standard. It is commonly used in contexts such as agriculture, manufacturing, and environmental science.
Quintal (Metric)
A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.
History/Origin
The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.
Current Use
The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.