Convert megagram to stone (UK)
Please provide values below to convert megagram [Mg] to stone (UK) [st (UK)], or Convert stone (UK) to megagram.
How to Convert Megagram to Stone (Uk)
1 Mg = 157.47304441777 st (UK)
Example: convert 15 Mg to st (UK):
15 Mg = 15 × 157.47304441777 st (UK) = 2362.09566626655 st (UK)
Megagram to Stone (Uk) 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.
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.