Convert centigram to stone (UK)
Please provide values below to convert centigram [cg] to stone (UK) [st (UK)], or Convert stone (UK) to centigram.
How to Convert Centigram to Stone (Uk)
1 cg = 1.5747304441777e-06 st (UK)
Example: convert 15 cg to st (UK):
15 cg = 15 × 1.5747304441777e-06 st (UK) = 2.36209566626655e-05 st (UK)
Centigram to Stone (Uk) Conversion Table
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Centigram
A centigram (cg) is a unit of mass equal to one hundredth of a gram, primarily used for measuring small quantities.
History/Origin
The centigram was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to facilitate precise measurements in science and commerce, especially in contexts requiring small mass units.
Current Use
Today, the centigram is mainly used in scientific, medical, and jewelry contexts where precise small measurements are necessary, although grams are more commonly used in everyday applications.
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.