Online calculator to convert hectograms to decigrams (hg to dg) 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 hectograms and decigrams.
What is a hectogram (hg)?
A hectogram is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for hectogram is hg. There are 0.001 hectograms in a decigram.
What is a decigram (dg)?
A decigram is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for decigram is dg. There are 1,000 decigrams in a hectogram.
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 hg to dg is:
dg = hg x 1,000
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from hectograms to decigrams (hg to dg).
Hectogram to Decigram Conversion Example
Task: Convert 4.5 hectograms to decigrams (show work) Formula: hg x 1,000 = dg Calculations: 4.5 hg x 1,000 = 4,500 dg Result: 4.5 hg is equal to 4,500 dg
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from hg to dg.
Hectograms to Decigrams Conversion Chart
| hectograms (hg) | decigrams (dg) |
|---|---|
| 1 hg | 1,000 dg |
| 2 hg | 2,000 dg |
| 3 hg | 3,000 dg |
| 4 hg | 4,000 dg |
| 5 hg | 5,000 dg |
| 6 hg | 6,000 dg |
| 7 hg | 7,000 dg |
| 8 hg | 8,000 dg |
| 9 hg | 9,000 dg |
| 10 hg | 10,000 dg |
| 20 hg | 20,000 dg |
| 30 hg | 30,000 dg |
| 40 hg | 40,000 dg |
| 50 hg | 50,000 dg |
| 75 hg | 75,000 dg |
| 100 hg | 100,000 dg |
| 250 hg | 250,000 dg |
| 500 hg | 500,000 dg |
| 750 hg | 750,000 dg |
| 1,000 hg | 1,000,000 dg |
| 2,500 hg | 2,500,000 dg |
| 5,000 hg | 5,000,000 dg |
| 7,500 hg | 7,500,000 dg |
| 10,000 hg | 10,000,000 dg |
| 25,000 hg | 25,000,000 dg |
| 50,000 hg | 50,000,000 dg |
| 75,000 hg | 75,000,000 dg |
| 100,000 hg | 100,000,000 dg |
| 250,000 hg | 250,000,000 dg |
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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