Convert quarter (US) to ton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert quarter (US) [qr (US)] to ton (metric) [t], or Convert ton (metric) to quarter (US).
How to Convert Quarter (Us) to Ton (Metric)
1 qr (US) = 0.01133980925 t
Example: convert 15 qr (US) to t:
15 qr (US) = 15 × 0.01133980925 t = 0.17009713875 t
Quarter (Us) to Ton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.
Ton (Metric)
The metric ton (t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The metric ton was introduced as part of the metric system in the late 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, universal unit.
Current Use
The metric ton is widely used in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities worldwide.