ounces to kg

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Ounces to kilograms conversion: Divide the value in ounces by 35.274 to get the equivalent in kilograms

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Ounces to kg Conversion

Ounces

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.

History/Origin

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.

Current Use

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.

Kilograms

Definition

A kilogram (symbol: kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). One kilogram is defined as the mass of the International Prototype of the Kilogram (IPK), a platinum-iridium alloy cylinder stored in Sèvres, France. It is equivalent to 1,000 grams.

History/Origin

The kilogram was introduced in 1795 as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. It was initially defined as the mass of one liter of water. In 1889, the definition was refined to be based on the International Prototype of the Kilogram (IPK).

Current Use

Kilograms are widely used around the world for measuring mass in various contexts, from everyday life to scientific research. In cooking and baking, kilograms are used to measure ingredients accurately. In science and engineering, kilograms are used to measure the mass of objects and substances. Kilograms are also commonly used in retail and commerce to weigh products.

Conversion Details

Conversion Formula and Factor

To convert from ounces to kilograms, you can use the following formula:


  • Ounces to kilograms: ( \text{kg} = \text{oz} \times 0.0283495 )

Quick Reference Conversion Table

Ounces (oz)

Kilograms (kg)

1

0.0283495

5

0.1417475

10

0.283495

20

0.56699

50

1.417475

Step-by-Step Conversion Instructions

Example: Convert 3 ounces to kilograms

  1. Convert Ounces to Kilograms:

    • Use the formula: ( \text{kg} = \text{oz} \times 0.0283495 )

    • Calculation: ( 3 \times 0.0283495 = 0.0850485 ) kg

Practical Examples

  1. Example 1: If you have a package that weighs 4 ounces, convert it to kilograms using the formula (4 oz (\times) 0.0283495 = 0.113398 kg).

  2. Example 2: For a recipe that requires 7 ounces of an ingredient, convert to kilograms using the formula (7 oz (\times) 0.0283495 = 0.1984465 kg).


By following these steps, you can easily convert any measurement from ounces to kilograms, ensuring accuracy and ease in your calculations.


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To convert ounces to kilograms, divide the value in ounces by 35.274. For example, 10 ounces is equal to approximately 0.2835 kilograms.