Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to kiloton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to kiloton (metric) [kt], or Convert kiloton (metric) to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Kiloton (Metric)
1 lb t = 3.732417216e-07 kt
Example: convert 15 lb t to kt:
15 lb t = 15 × 3.732417216e-07 kt = 5.598625824e-06 kt
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Kiloton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.
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.