Convert ton (assay) (UK) to gigagram
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to gigagram [Gg], or Convert gigagram to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Gigagram
1 AT (UK) = 3.26666666666667e-08 Gg
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to Gg:
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 3.26666666666667e-08 Gg = 4.9e-07 Gg
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Gigagram 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metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
Gigagram
A gigagram (Gg) is a unit of mass equal to one billion grams or one million kilograms.
History/Origin
The gigagram is part of the metric system, introduced as a standard unit for large masses in scientific and industrial contexts, with its usage becoming more common in the 20th century as measurements for large quantities expanded.
Current Use
Gigagrams are used in fields such as engineering, environmental science, and industry to quantify large masses, including biomass, emissions, and bulk materials.