Measurement ton
Measurement ton
Measurement ton (pronounced /ˈmeʒərmənt tʌn/) is a unit of volume used in maritime shipping to quantify cargo. It is also known as a freight ton or a cargo ton.
Etymology
The term "ton" originates from the Old English tunne, which was a large cask for storing wine. Over time, it came to be used as a measure of volume. The term "measurement ton" is a more recent development, used specifically in the context of maritime shipping to refer to a standard unit of cargo volume.
Definition
A measurement ton is equivalent to 1 cubic meter, or approximately 35.3 cubic feet. It is used to calculate the volume of cargo in a ship, rather than its weight. This is because the space a cargo occupies on a ship is often more critical than its weight, especially for bulky, lightweight items.
Related Terms
- Gross tonnage: A measure of the overall size of a ship, calculated based on the moulded volume of all enclosed spaces of the ship.
- Net tonnage: A measure of the useful capacity of a ship, calculated based on the volume of its cargo spaces.
- Deadweight tonnage: A measure of a ship's carrying capacity, including its cargo, fuel, water, crew, and supplies.
- Displacement tonnage: A measure of the weight of the water a ship displaces when it is fully loaded.
Usage
The measurement ton is used in the shipping industry to calculate freight rates. For example, a shipping company might charge a certain rate per measurement ton. This means that the cost of shipping is based on the volume of the cargo, not its weight.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Measurement ton
- Wikipedia's article - Measurement ton
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