Milligram: (symbol: mg) is a unit of mass in the metric system. It represents one-thousandth of a gram and is widely used in fields such as medicine, chemistry, and nutrition, where precise measurements of small masses are required.
Interesting Facts:
Avoirdupois Ounce (oz) - most commonly used for everyday measurements of weight in the U.S. Defined as 1/16 of a pound (lb) and is equal to 28.3495 grams (g).
Troy Ounce (oz t) - Used primarily for weighing precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum. And is slightly heavier than an avoirdupois ounce at 31.1035 grams (g).
Interesting Facts:
- A milligram is about the weight of a small grain of sand
- A typical cup of coffee contains 80–120 mg of caffeine
Avoirdupois Ounce (oz) - most commonly used for everyday measurements of weight in the U.S. Defined as 1/16 of a pound (lb) and is equal to 28.3495 grams (g).
Troy Ounce (oz t) - Used primarily for weighing precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum. And is slightly heavier than an avoirdupois ounce at 31.1035 grams (g).
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