Convert Micrograms to Kilograms
1 µg = 1.0000e-9 kg
Conversion Table
| micrograms (µg) | kilograms (kg) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 5.0000e-10 |
| 1 | 1.0000e-9 |
| 2 | 2.0000e-9 |
| 5 | 5.0000e-9 |
| 10 | 1.0000e-8 |
| 25 | 2.5000e-8 |
| 50 | 5.0000e-8 |
| 100 | 1.0000e-7 |
| 250 | 2.5000e-7 |
| 500 | 5.0000e-7 |
| 1000 | 0.000001 |
How to Convert micrograms to kilograms
To convert micrograms to kilograms, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 µg = 1.0000e-8 kg
About micrograms and kilograms
The Conversion Formula
To convert micrograms to kilograms, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 µg = 1.0000e-9 kg. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 µg to kilograms: 25 × 1.0000e-9 = 2.5000e-8 kg. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 1.0000e-9, or equivalently multiply by 1000000000.
About micrograms
The microgram (µg or mcg) represents the scale of biochemistry. As a millionth of a gram, it is used to measure substances that are potent in minuscule quantities, such as vitamins, hormones, and certain toxins. The abbreviation 'mcg' is often preferred in medical prescriptions to prevent the Greek letter 'µ' from being misread as 'm' (milligram), which could lead to a 1000x overdose. micrograms are commonly used in Vitamin D and B12 dosage, Thyroid medication, Air pollution (particulate matter), and DNA concentration, Forensic science.
A fingerprint weighs roughly 50 micrograms.
About kilograms
The kilogram (kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). Established in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water at the freezing point, it has been the world's standard for over two centuries. Until 2019, it was defined by a physical platinum-iridium cylinder locked in a vault in Paris (Le Grand K). Today, it is defined by the Planck constant, a fundamental constant of quantum physics, ensuring it remains stable and precise forever. kilograms are commonly used in Body weight (worldwide except US), Gym equipment (plates/dumbbells), International shipping, and Scientific mass measurements, Food packaging (globally).
A liter of bottled water weighs exactly 1 kilogram.
When Would You Convert micrograms to kilograms?
Converting between micrograms and kilograms is one of the most common weight conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 µg = 1.0000e-9 kg) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.