Troy Ounce to Lota (India) Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert troy ounces to lota with our free online weight converter.
Troy Ounce to Lota (India) Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Troy Ounce).
- The converted value in Lota (India) 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 Troy Ounce to Lota (India)
Converting Troy Ounce to Lota (India) involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Troy Ounce = 17842700000000 lota
Example Calculation:
Convert 5 troy ounces: 5 × 17842700000000 = 89213500000000 lota
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What is a Troy Ounce and a Lota (India)?
The troy ounce (oz t) is a unit of mass traditionally used for precious metals (like gold, silver, platinum) and sometimes gemstones. It is defined as exactly 31.1034768 grams.
The Lota represents an infinitesimally small traditional Indian unit of mass, cited in some historical texts. One Lota is approximately equal to 0.0000000000017432 grams (or 1.7432 femtograms).
Note: The Troy Ounce is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Lota (India) belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Troy Ounce and Lota (India)
The troy weight system likely originated in Troyes, France, a major trading town in the Middle Ages. It became a standard in England for precious metals and coinage. Unlike the more common avoirdupois ounce (approx. 28.35 g), the troy ounce persists in the precious metals market.
This unit represents the extreme micro-level of traditional Indian weight systems, likely more theoretical or philosophical than practical. Its existence highlights the detailed nature of ancient Indian metrology.
Common Uses for troy ounces and lota
Explore the typical applications for both Troy Ounce (imperial/US) and Lota (India) (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for troy ounces
- Precious Metals: The standard unit for quoting prices and weighing gold, silver, and platinum bullion (bars, coins).
- Gemstones: Sometimes used, although carat is more common for individual stones.
Common Uses for lota
- Historical/Theoretical: Exclusively of historical and theoretical interest. It has no practical application in modern measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Troy Ounce (oz t)
Is a troy ounce the same as a regular ounce?
No. A troy ounce (approx. 31.10 g) is heavier than an avoirdupois ounce (the common "ounce" used for food, etc., approx. 28.35 g).
How many troy ounces are in a troy pound?
There are 12 troy ounces in one troy pound (which is lighter than an avoirdupois pound).
How many grams are in a troy ounce?
There are exactly 31.1034768 grams in 1 troy ounce.
About Lota (India) (lota)
How many grams are in one Lota?
One Lota is approximately 1.7432 x 10⁻¹⁵ grams (1.7432 femtograms).
Was the Lota ever actually used?
It's highly unlikely it was used for practical weighing. It likely existed within mathematical or philosophical texts discussing divisions of matter or weight.
How does Lota compare to modern small units?
It is incredibly small, even compared to micrograms or nanograms used in science today. 1 Lota is about 1.74 femtograms.
Conversion Table: Troy Ounce to Lota (India)
Troy Ounce (oz t) | Lota (India) (lota) |
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1 | 17,842,747,131,711.797 |
5 | 89,213,735,658,558.98 |
10 | 178,427,471,317,117.97 |
25 | 446,068,678,292,794.9 |
50 | 892,137,356,585,589.8 |
100 | 1,784,274,713,171,179.5 |
500 | 8,921,373,565,855,898 |
1,000 | 17,842,747,131,711,796 |
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- Microgram (µg)
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- Grain (gr)
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- Quintal (q)
- Atomic Mass Unit (u)
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- Masha (India) (masha)
- Dina (India) (dina)
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