Convert slug to ton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert slug [slug] to ton (metric) [t], or Convert ton (metric) to slug.
How to Convert Slug to Ton (Metric)
1 slug = 0.0145939029372 t
Example: convert 15 slug to t:
15 slug = 15 × 0.0145939029372 t = 0.218908544058 t
Slug to Ton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.
Ton (Metric)
The metric ton (t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The metric ton was introduced as part of the metric system in the late 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, universal unit.
Current Use
The metric ton is widely used in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities worldwide.