Grams (g) and milligrams (mg) are units of mass in the metric system. A gram is the base unit for measuring mass, while a milligram is a smaller unit equal to one-thousandth of a gram.
| Grams (g) | Milligrams (mg) |
|---|---|
| 0.001 | 1 |
| 0.01 | 10 |
| 0.1 | 100 |
| 1 | 1,000 |
| 10 | 10,000 |
To convert grams to milligrams, multiply the gram value by 1,000:
Milligrams = Grams × 1,000
Example: 2.5 grams = 2.5 × 1,000 = 2,500 milligrams
To convert milligrams to grams, divide the milligram value by 1,000:
Grams = Milligrams ÷ 1,000
Example: 2,500 milligrams = 2,500 ÷ 1,000 = 2.5 grams
Grams and milligrams are commonly used in: