What is a gram?
A gram is one-thousandth of a kilogram and is a convenient metric unit for relatively small masses.
1 gram = 0.001 kilogram = 0.0352739619 ounces
Weight unit
Gram
gA gram is one-thousandth of a kilogram and is a convenient metric unit for relatively small masses.
History
The gram was introduced with the early metric system and was originally related to the mass of one cubic centimeter of water under specified conditions.
Common uses
- Nutrition labels
- Cooking
- Jewelry and small products
- Laboratory measurements