Convert quarter (US) to milligram
Please provide values below to convert quarter (US) [qr (US)] to milligram [mg], or Convert milligram to quarter (US).
How to Convert Quarter (Us) to Milligram
1 qr (US) = 11339809.25 mg
Example: convert 15 qr (US) to mg:
15 qr (US) = 15 × 11339809.25 mg = 170097138.75 mg
Quarter (Us) to Milligram Conversion Table
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Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.
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.