Online calculator to convert kilograms to centigrams (kg 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 kilograms and centigrams.
What is a kilogram (kg)?
A kilogram is a unit of mass in the Metric System. The symbol for kilogram is kg. There are 0.00001 kilograms 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 100,000 centigrams in a kilogram.
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 kg to cg is:
cg = kg x 100,000
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from kilograms to centigrams (kg to cg).
Kilogram to Centigram Conversion Example
Task: Convert 35 kilograms to centigrams (show work) Formula: kg x 100,000 = cg Calculations: 35 kg x 100,000 = 3,500,000 cg Result: 35 kg is equal to 3,500,000 cg
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from kg to cg.
Kilograms to Centigrams Conversion Chart
| kilograms (kg) | centigrams (cg) |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 100,000 cg |
| 2 kg | 200,000 cg |
| 3 kg | 300,000 cg |
| 4 kg | 400,000 cg |
| 5 kg | 500,000 cg |
| 6 kg | 600,000 cg |
| 7 kg | 700,000 cg |
| 8 kg | 800,000 cg |
| 9 kg | 900,000 cg |
| 10 kg | 1,000,000 cg |
| 20 kg | 2,000,000 cg |
| 30 kg | 3,000,000 cg |
| 40 kg | 4,000,000 cg |
| 50 kg | 5,000,000 cg |
| 75 kg | 7,500,000 cg |
| 100 kg | 10,000,000 cg |
| 250 kg | 25,000,000 cg |
| 500 kg | 50,000,000 cg |
| 750 kg | 75,000,000 cg |
| 1,000 kg | 100,000,000 cg |
| 2,500 kg | 250,000,000 cg |
| 5,000 kg | 500,000,000 cg |
| 7,500 kg | 750,000,000 cg |
| 10,000 kg | 1,000,000,000 cg |
| 25,000 kg | 2,500,000,000 cg |
| 50,000 kg | 5,000,000,000 cg |
| 75,000 kg | 7,500,000,000 cg |
| 100,000 kg | 10,000,000,000 cg |
| 250,000 kg | 25,000,000,000 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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