Online calculator to convert grams to centigrams (g to cg) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Weight or Mass units.
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between grams and centigrams.
What is a gram (g)?
A gram is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for gram is g. There are 0.01 grams in a centigram.
What is a centigram (cg)?
A centigram is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for centigram is cg. There are 100 centigrams in a gram.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from g to cg is:
cg = g x 100
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from grams to centigrams (g to cg).
Gram to Centigram Conversion Example
Task: Convert 50 grams to centigrams (show work) Formula: g x 100 = cg Calculations: 50 g x 100 = 5,000 cg Result: 50 g is equal to 5,000 cg
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from g to cg.
Grams to Centigrams Conversion Chart
| grams (g) | centigrams (cg) |
|---|---|
| 1 g | 100 cg |
| 2 g | 200 cg |
| 3 g | 300 cg |
| 4 g | 400 cg |
| 5 g | 500 cg |
| 6 g | 600 cg |
| 7 g | 700 cg |
| 8 g | 800 cg |
| 9 g | 900 cg |
| 10 g | 1,000 cg |
| 20 g | 2,000 cg |
| 30 g | 3,000 cg |
| 40 g | 4,000 cg |
| 50 g | 5,000 cg |
| 75 g | 7,500 cg |
| 100 g | 10,000 cg |
| 250 g | 25,000 cg |
| 500 g | 50,000 cg |
| 750 g | 75,000 cg |
| 1,000 g | 100,000 cg |
| 2,500 g | 250,000 cg |
| 5,000 g | 500,000 cg |
| 7,500 g | 750,000 cg |
| 10,000 g | 1,000,000 cg |
| 25,000 g | 2,500,000 cg |
| 50,000 g | 5,000,000 cg |
| 75,000 g | 7,500,000 cg |
| 100,000 g | 10,000,000 cg |
| 250,000 g | 25,000,000 cg |
Related Units
This table provides a summary of the Weight or Mass units within their respective measurement systems.
| Unit | Symbol | Measurement System |
|---|---|---|
| ounces | oz | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| pounds | lbs or lb | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| stones | st | Imperial System |
| short tons (US tons) | T | US Customary Units |
| long tons (Imperial tons) | long tn | Imperial System |
| nanograms | ng | Metric System |
| micrograms | mcg or μg | Metric System |
| milligrams | mg | Metric System |
| centigrams | cg | Metric System |
| decigrams | dg | Metric System |
| grams | g | Metric System |
| decagrams | dag or dkg | Metric System |
| hectograms | hg | Metric System |
| kilograms | kg | Metric System |
| metric tons (tonnes) | t | Metric System |
| gigagrams | Gg | Metric System |
| teragrams | Tg | Metric System |
Note: For Weight and Mass conversions, US Customary Units and the Imperial System are equivalent.
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