Convert milligram to hectogram
Please provide values below to convert milligram [mg] to hectogram [hg], or Convert hectogram to milligram.
How to Convert Milligram to Hectogram
1 mg = 1e-05 hg
Example: convert 15 mg to hg:
15 mg = 15 × 1e-05 hg = 0.00015 hg
Milligram to Hectogram Conversion Table
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Milligram
A milligram (mg) is a unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a gram.
History/Origin
The milligram has been used in scientific and medical contexts for precise measurement of small quantities, especially in pharmacology and chemistry, with its origins linked to the metric system established in the 18th century.
Current Use
Today, the milligram is widely used in pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and scientific research to measure small amounts of substances accurately.
Hectogram
A hectogram (hg) is a unit of mass equal to 100 grams.
History/Origin
The hectogram is part of the metric system, introduced in the 19th century as a decimal-based system for standardizing measurements, primarily used in scientific and everyday contexts.
Current Use
The hectogram is used in some countries for measuring food and other small quantities, especially in the context of nutrition labels and grocery shopping, but is less common than grams and kilograms.