Convert microgram to ton (assay) (UK)
Please provide values below to convert microgram [µg] to ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)], or Convert ton (assay) (UK) to microgram.
How to Convert Microgram to Ton (Assay) (Uk)
1 µg = 3.06122448979592e-08 AT (UK)
Example: convert 15 µg to AT (UK):
15 µg = 15 × 3.06122448979592e-08 AT (UK) = 4.59183673469388e-07 AT (UK)
Microgram to Ton (Assay) (Uk) Conversion Table
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Microgram
A microgram (µg) is a unit of mass equal to one millionth of a gram (10^-6 grams).
History/Origin
The microgram was introduced as part of the metric system to measure very small quantities, particularly in science and medicine, and has been widely used since the 20th century.
Current Use
Micrograms are commonly used today in fields such as pharmacology, nutrition, and chemistry to measure small amounts of substances accurately.
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metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.