Milligram to Tonne Converter
Convert Milligrams to Tonnes
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How to Convert Milligrams to Tonnes
Converting milligrams (mg) to tonnes (t) is a conversion across a large range of magnitudes in the metric system. One milligram is equal to 1.0E-9 tonnes.
Formula
Tonnes = Milligrams / 1,000,000,000
or
t = mg / 1,000,000,000
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in milligrams
- Divide that number by 1,000,000,000
- The result is the equivalent amount in tonnes
Examples
- 1 mg = 1.0E-9 t
- 1,000,000 mg = 0.001 t
- 1,000,000,000 mg = 1 t
When to Convert Milligrams to Tonnes
This conversion is rarely used in practice due to the vast difference in scale. However, it is a valid conversion within the metric system and might be used in scientific calculations involving very large and very small quantities.
Common Milligrams to Tonnes Conversions
Here is a table of common milligram to tonne conversions for quick reference:
| Milligrams (mg) | Tonnes (t) | Milligrams (mg) | Tonnes (t) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.0E-9 | 1,000,000 | 0.001 |
| 1000 | 1.0E-6 | 10,000,000 | 0.01 |
| 100,000 | 0.0001 | 100,000,000 | 0.1 |
| 1,000,000 | 0.001 | 1,000,000,000 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tonnes are in a milligram?
There are 1.0E-9 tonnes in one milligram.
Why is the conversion factor 1/1,000,000,000?
One tonne is 1,000 kilograms, one kilogram is 1,000 grams, and one gram is 1,000 milligrams. Therefore, one tonne is 1,000 × 1,000 × 1,000 = 1,000,000,000 milligrams.