Ton (UK) to Microgram Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert long tons to micrograms with our free online weight converter.
Ton (UK) to Microgram Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Ton (UK)).
- The converted value in Microgram will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Weight category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Ton (UK) to Microgram
Converting Ton (UK) to Microgram involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Ton (UK) = 1016050000000 microgramsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 long tons: 5 × 1016050000000 = 5080250000000 micrograms
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What is a Ton (UK) and a Microgram?
The UK Ton, also known as the Long Ton or Imperial Ton, is a unit of mass in the Imperial system. It is defined as 2,240 pounds, which is equivalent to 1,016.0469088 kilograms.
A microgram is a unit of mass in the metric system equal to one millionth (1/1,000,000) of a gram, or one thousandth (1/1,000) of a milligram. It is often denoted by the symbol µg.
Note: The Ton (UK) is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Microgram belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Ton (UK) and Microgram
The term "ton" originates from the "tun," a large cask used in the wine trade. The long ton was standardized in the British Weights and Measures Act of 1824 and was historically used in the UK and Commonwealth countries for trade and shipping.
The microgram is derived from the gram, a base unit in early metric systems defined in the late 18th century. The prefix "micro-" indicates a factor of 10⁻⁶.
Common Uses for long tons and micrograms
Explore the typical applications for both Ton (UK) (imperial/US) and Microgram (metric) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for long tons
- Historically used for shipping bulk commodities in the UK and Commonwealth.
- Sometimes still used for measuring ship displacement.
- Occasionally encountered in older engineering specifications or historical contexts.
Common Uses for micrograms
- Medicine & Pharmaceuticals: Measuring dosages of potent medications and vitamins.
- Chemistry & Biology: Quantifying trace amounts of substances in experiments.
- Environmental Science: Measuring concentrations of pollutants or contaminants.
- Nutrition: Specifying amounts of trace minerals and vitamins in food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Ton (UK) (long ton)
How many pounds are in a UK Ton (Long Ton)?
There are exactly 2,240 pounds (lb) in 1 UK Ton (long ton).
Is a UK Ton larger than a US Ton?
Yes, a UK Ton (2,240 lb) is larger than a US Ton (short ton, 2,000 lb).
How does the UK Ton compare to the metric ton?
A UK Ton (1,016.05 kg) is very close to, but slightly larger than, a metric ton (tonne, 1,000 kg).
About Microgram (µg)
How many micrograms are in a milligram?
There are 1,000 micrograms (µg) in 1 milligram (mg).
How many micrograms are in a gram?
There are 1,000,000 micrograms (µg) in 1 gram (g).
What is the symbol for microgram?
The standard symbol is µg. Sometimes 'mcg' is used, especially in medical contexts, to avoid confusion with 'mg' (milligram) if the µ symbol is unavailable or could be misread.
Conversion Table: Ton (UK) to Microgram
| Ton (UK) (long ton) | Microgram (µg) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,016,046,908,800 |
| 5 | 5,080,234,544,000 |
| 10 | 10,160,469,088,000 |
| 25 | 25,401,172,719,999.996 |
| 50 | 50,802,345,439,999.99 |
| 100 | 101,604,690,879,999.98 |
| 500 | 508,023,454,399,999.94 |
| 1,000 | 1,016,046,908,799,999.9 |
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