Gram [g] to Microgram [mcg] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Gram (g) = 1000000 Microgram (mcg)
1 Microgram (mcg) = 1.0000e-6 Gram (g)
How to Convert Gram to Microgram
1 g = 1000000 mcg
1 mcg = 0.000001 g
To convert Gram to Microgram, multiply the value by 1000000. To convert Microgram back to Gram, divide by 1000000.
Example: convert 10 g to mcg:
10 g = 10 x 1000000 = 10000000 mcg
Gram
Definition: A gram (symbol: g) is a unit of mass in the metric system. It was originally defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of pure water at the temperature of maximum density.
History/origin: The gram is the base unit of mass in the metric system, which was established in France in the late 18th century. It was intended to be a universal and rational system of measurement.
Current use: Grams are widely used for measuring the mass of food items, ingredients, and small objects. It's a standard unit in cooking, chemistry, and various industries.
Microgram
Definition: A microgram (mcg or Β΅g) is a unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one millionth (10β»βΆ) of a gram.
History/origin: The microgram is derived from the gram, which was defined during the French Revolution as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at the temperature of melting ice. The prefix 'micro-' indicates one millionth.
Current use: Micrograms are commonly used to measure very small amounts of substances, such as vitamins, medications, and pollutants. They are frequently used in pharmaceuticals, biochemistry, and environmental science.
Gram to Microgram Conversion Table
| Gram [g] | Microgram [mcg] |
|---|---|
| 1 g | 1000000 mcg |
| 2 g | 2000000 mcg |
| 5 g | 5000000 mcg |
| 10 g | 10000000 mcg |
| 20 g | 20000000 mcg |
| 50 g | 50000000 mcg |
| 100 g | 100000000 mcg |
| 200 g | 200000000 mcg |
| 500 g | 500000000 mcg |
| 1000 g | 1000000000 mcg |
Common pairs of Mass
Microgram
Milligram
Kilogram
Metric Tonne