Convert Grams to Kilograms
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Converting Grams to Kilograms
Converting grams to kilograms is a basic metric conversion used in science, education, cooking, and everyday measurements when working with different scales of mass.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between grams and kilograms is straightforward: 1 kilogram = 1,000 grams. To convert a mass in grams to kilograms, divide the gram value by 1,000.
Common Conversion Values
| Grams | Kilograms |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 1000 | 1 |
| 10000 | 10 |
Unit Definitions
Grams
The gram (symbol: g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. It is commonly used for measuring smaller masses in cooking, science, and commerce.
Kilograms
The kilogram (symbol: kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). Since 2019, it has been defined in terms of the Planck constant, which relates a photon's energy to its frequency.
Historical Context
Both the gram and kilogram were established as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. The gram was originally defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density.