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Ounces to grams conversion: Multiply the value in ounces by 28.3495 to get the equivalent in grams.
Ounces to Grams Conversion
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Definition
An ounce (symbol: oz) is a unit of mass used in the Imperial and US customary measurement systems. One ounce is equal to 1/16th of a pound or approximately 28.3495 grams.
The ounce has its origins in ancient Rome, where it was used as a unit of weight. The word "ounce" comes from the Latin word "uncia," which was 1/12th of a Roman pound. The ounce was later standardized as part of the Imperial system in the 19th century.
Ounces are commonly used in the United States and other countries that use the Imperial system to measure smaller quantities of mass, such as food ingredients, postal items, and precious metals. In cooking and baking, ounces are used to measure ingredients accurately. In retail, ounces are used to weigh products like packaged foods and liquids.
A gram (symbol: g) is a unit of mass in the metric system. One gram is equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram, which is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI).
The gram was introduced as part of the metric system during the French Revolution in the late 18th century. It was defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density, making it a practical and easily reproducible unit of mass.
Grams are widely used around the world for measuring mass in various contexts, from everyday life to scientific research. In cooking and baking, grams are used to measure ingredients accurately. In science and engineering, grams are used to measure the mass of objects and substances. Grams are also commonly used in retail and commerce to weigh products.
To convert from ounces to grams, you can use the following formula:
Ounces to grams: ( \text{g} = \text{oz} \times 28.3495 )
Convert Ounces to Grams:
Use the formula: ( \text{g} = \text{oz} \times 28.3495 )
Calculation: ( 3 \times 28.3495 = 85.0485 ) g
Example 1: If you have a package that weighs 4 ounces, convert it to grams using the formula (4 oz (\times) 28.3495 = 113.398 g).
Example 2: For a recipe that requires 7 ounces of an ingredient, convert to grams using the formula (7 oz (\times) 28.3495 = 198.4465 g).
By following these steps, you can easily convert any measurement from ounces to grams, ensuring accuracy and ease in your calculations.
1 ounce of gold is equal to approximately 31.1035 grams. This is based on the troy ounce used in precious metals.