Convert gigagram to ton (short)
Please provide values below to convert gigagram [Gg] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to gigagram.
How to Convert Gigagram to Ton (Short)
1 Gg = 1102.31131092439 ton (US)
Example: convert 15 Gg to ton (US):
15 Gg = 15 × 1102.31131092439 ton (US) = 16534.6696638658 ton (US)
Gigagram to Ton (Short) Conversion Table
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Gigagram
A gigagram (Gg) is a unit of mass equal to one billion grams or one million kilograms.
History/Origin
The gigagram is part of the metric system, introduced as a standard unit for large masses in scientific and industrial contexts, with its usage becoming more common in the 20th century as measurements for large quantities expanded.
Current Use
Gigagrams are used in fields such as engineering, environmental science, and industry to quantify large masses, including biomass, emissions, and bulk materials.
Ton (Short)
A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.
History/Origin
The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.
Current Use
The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.