Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to exagram
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to exagram [Eg], or Convert exagram to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Exagram
1 lb t = 3.732417216e-16 Eg
Example: convert 15 lb t to Eg:
15 lb t = 15 Γ 3.732417216e-16 Eg = 5.598625824e-15 Eg
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Exagram Conversion Table
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Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.
Exagram
An exagram (Eg) is a unit of mass equal to 10^18 grams, used to measure extremely large quantities of mass.
History/Origin
The exagram is a relatively recent addition to the metric system, introduced to facilitate the measurement of very large masses in scientific and industrial contexts, aligning with the SI prefixes for large units.
Current Use
Exagrams are primarily used in scientific research, astronomy, and large-scale industrial applications to quantify massive amounts of material or celestial bodies.