Convert centigram to stone (US)
Please provide values below to convert centigram [cg] to stone (US) [st (US)], or Convert stone (US) to centigram.
How to Convert Centigram to Stone (Us)
1 cg = 1.5747304441777e-06 st (US)
Example: convert 15 cg to st (US):
15 cg = 15 × 1.5747304441777e-06 st (US) = 2.36209566626655e-05 st (US)
Centigram to Stone (Us) Conversion Table
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Centigram
A centigram (cg) is a unit of mass equal to one hundredth of a gram, primarily used for measuring small quantities.
History/Origin
The centigram was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to facilitate precise measurements in science and commerce, especially in contexts requiring small mass units.
Current Use
Today, the centigram is mainly used in scientific, medical, and jewelry contexts where precise small measurements are necessary, although grams are more commonly used in everyday applications.
Stone (Us)
A stone (st) is a unit of weight primarily used in the United States, equal to 14 pounds or approximately 6.35 kilograms.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a convenient weight measure for trade and commerce. Its value varied regionally before standardization, and it has been used historically for measuring human body weight and other goods.
Current Use
Today, the stone is mainly used in the UK and Ireland for body weight measurement, while in the United States, it is rarely used and often replaced by pounds or kilograms in most contexts.