Microgram [mcg] to Ounce [oz] Converter
How to Convert Microgram to Ounce
1 mcg = 3.527399072294044e-8 oz
1 oz = 28349500 mcg
Example: convert 10 mcg to oz:
10 mcg = 10 x 3.527399072294044e-8 = 3.527399072294044e-7 oz
Microgram
Definition: A microgram (mcg or µg) is a unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one millionth (10⁻⁶) 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.
Ounce
Definition: An ounce (symbol: oz) is a unit of mass in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. There are different types of ounces, but the most common is the avoirdupois ounce, which is equal to approximately 28.35 grams.
History/origin: The ounce has ancient origins and has been used in various forms for centuries. The avoirdupois ounce became standardized in England and was adopted by the US customary system.
Current use: Ounces are used for measuring the mass of food items, precious metals, and other commodities in countries that use the imperial or US customary systems.
Microgram to Ounce Conversion Table
| Units.mcg.singular [mcg] | Units.oz.singular [oz] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 mcg | 3.527399072294044e-10 oz |
| 0.1 mcg | 3.5273990722940442e-9 oz |
| 1 mcg | 3.527399072294044e-8 oz |
| 10 mcg | 3.5273990722940437e-7 oz |
| 50 mcg | 0.000001763699536147022 oz |
| 100 mcg | 0.000003527399072294044 oz |
| 1000 mcg | 0.00003527399072294044 oz |
| 10000 mcg | 0.0003527399072294044 oz |