Milligram
Milligram
Milligram (Pronunciation: /ˈmɪlɪˌɡræm/; Etymology: From French milligramme, from milli- + gramme) is a unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one thousandth of a gram (Gram), or 1e-3 g.
Definition
The milligram is a unit of weight in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as one thousandth of a gram. The symbol for milligram is mg.
Usage
Milligrams are often used in the fields of chemistry and medicine, where precise measurements of small quantities are required. For example, the dosage of many medications is measured in milligrams.
Related Terms
- Gram: A metric unit of mass, equal to one thousand milligrams or one million micrograms.
- Kilogram: A metric unit of mass, equal to one thousand grams or one million milligrams.
- Microgram: A metric unit of mass, equal to one thousandth of a milligram or one millionth of a gram.
- Nanogram: A metric unit of mass, equal to one billionth of a gram or one millionth of a milligram.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Milligram
- Wikipedia's article - Milligram
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