Convert teragram to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert teragram [Tg] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to teragram.
How to Convert Teragram to Quintal (Metric)
1 Tg = 10000000 cwt
Example: convert 15 Tg to cwt:
15 Tg = 15 × 10000000 cwt = 150000000 cwt
Teragram to Quintal (Metric) Conversion Table
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Teragram
A teragram (Tg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillion grams or 10^12 grams.
History/Origin
The teragram is part of the metric system and was introduced as a larger unit for measuring very large masses, especially in scientific contexts, to facilitate easier expression of large quantities.
Current Use
Teragrams are used primarily in scientific fields such as environmental science, geology, and astronomy to quantify large masses, like global emissions or mineral deposits.
Quintal (Metric)
A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.
History/Origin
The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.
Current Use
The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.