Convert ton (assay) (UK) to teragram
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to teragram [Tg], or Convert teragram to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Teragram
1 AT (UK) = 3.26666666666667e-11 Tg
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to Tg:
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 3.26666666666667e-11 Tg = 4.9e-10 Tg
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Teragram Conversion Table
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Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
Teragram
A teragram (Tg) is a unit of mass equal to one trillion grams or 10^12 grams.
History/Origin
The teragram is part of the metric system and was introduced as a larger unit for measuring very large masses, especially in scientific contexts, to facilitate easier expression of large quantities.
Current Use
Teragrams are used primarily in scientific fields such as environmental science, geology, and astronomy to quantify large masses, like global emissions or mineral deposits.