Convert tonne to femtogram
Please provide values below to convert tonne [t] to femtogram [fg], or Convert femtogram to tonne.
How to Convert Tonne to Femtogram
1 t = 1e+21 fg
Example: convert 15 t to fg:
15 t = 15 × 1e+21 fg = 1.5e+22 fg
Tonne to Femtogram Conversion Table
| tonne | femtogram |
|---|
Tonne
A tonne (symbol: t) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The tonne was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, consistent unit.
Current Use
The tonne is widely used internationally in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities.
Femtogram
A femtogram (fg) is a unit of mass equal to 10^-15 grams.
History/Origin
The femtogram was introduced as part of the metric system's extension to measure extremely small masses, particularly in scientific fields such as chemistry and biology, during the 20th century as measurement technology advanced.
Current Use
Femtograms are used in scientific research to measure tiny quantities of substances, such as in molecular biology, nanotechnology, and materials science, where precise measurement of very small masses is required.