Ton

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Define Ton

Ton is a measurement that helps to calculate the significant mass of an object. Mass is also a characteristic that comes under the property of matter. Mass is just like other parameters such as pressure, temperature, and location.

1 ton to kg = 100 kg

Tonne or 1 Metric ton = 1000 kg

For larger objects, a ton is used. Many thermal power plants, chemical laboratories use this measurement for easier calculation. Mass is different from other parameters such as weight or force. This article will help you know different types of units of mass that help measure.

Mass Measurement

Many of you have seen a balance. This is a common gadget. It can measure the unknown mass with a known value of mass. Well, in this measurement, the involvement of gravity is available. You can do the measurement of the unknown object by keeping the balance in space.

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Define Weight

Mass and weight both are different. Mass is considered as the intrinsic property of the body, whereas weight is taken as the calculation of the force of gravity exerted on the mass of the body. Weight is symbolized as W.

Weight is a variable quantity, but the mass isn’t. You know that the mass of the object is always the same. When we talk about weight well, that’s the question you need to ask yourself again and again.

Gravity is involved with weight. Well, the gravity of the earth and moon both are not the same. So, for example, if we measure the weight of a scooter on earth and the moon, both vary.

Why? Because the moon's gravitational force is lighter than the earth’s. The following image can give you a decent idea about this thought.

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Atomic Mass Unit

This is the measurement that is used to calculate the masses of atoms and molecules. Atoms are so small, and they are not suitable enough to be measured by tons.

This is why a separate unit is developed for measuring the masses of microparticles. It is known as an atomic mass unit. It is 1 / 12th the mass of the carbon atom (C-12).

1 atomic mass unit = 1.66 x 10-27

Ton Meaning

One ton is symbolized as ‘t’. This is the most significant measure in the United Kingdom. Also, in the United States and Canada, 1 ton is equal to 2240 lb, i.e. approximately 1016 kg.

Do you know 2240 lb ton is named with the term called ‘long ton’?

Tabular Form that Defines Ton

Full name(s)	Common name	Quantity	Notes
Long Ton And Weight Ton	Ton (UK)	2,240 lb Or 1,016.0469 kg	Widely spread across the United Kingdom and Commonwealth of Nations. The unit is formerly used and still functional among the Imperial system.
Short Ton	Ton (US)	2,000 lb or 907.18474 kg	Widely spread across the U.S. previously in Canada.
Tonne; Correctly Called A Megagram	Tonne or Metric Ton (Mainly UK)	1,000 kg or, 2,204.6226 lb	Already mentioned the International System of Units. Worldwide Use. Mostly used in the UK, Canada, Australia, and other areas. All of the above nations have used the imperial system, The tonne is another legal unit such as ton in trading. 1.58% less than the long ton.
Ton [Short Weight]		2240 lb	Used in the iron industry. Very common during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Ton [Long Weight]		2400 lb	Used in the iron industry. Very common during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Conclusion

Mass is the measurement that is very common in our day-to-day lifestyle. Ton is the term that is widely used among industrial units. Many engineers and archaeologists are using the unit ‘ton’ for their easier calculations.

FAQs on Ton

Q1. Mention Four Units of Mass and their Values.

Ans. The table given below will show you the value of four units of mass and their values in grams.

Milligram(mg)	0.001 gram or 11000 gram
Centigram(cg)	0.01 gram or 1100 gram
Decigram (dg)	0.1 gram or 110 gram
Gram(g)	1,000 milligrams

Q2. What is the Method to Calculate Mass?

Ans: To find the mass, you need to divide the weight of the body with the acceleration of gravity. This will give you the proper output. Here, mass is not different like weight. Weight is a dependent quantity, whereas mass isn’t.

Q3. Calculate the Mass of a Body Having 7 kg of Weight on the Moon's Surface.

Ans: We know that, weight = mass * acceleration due to gravity (moon)

In the given data, mass is given as = 7 kg

So, the mass of the body on the moon is M = Weight / Acceleration due to gravity (moon)

= 7 / 1.63 = 4.29 Kg

Q4. Define the Reason for the Lower Gravitational Force of the Moon than the Earth.

Ans: The size of the moon is way too small for the earth. The surface gravity of a body is proportional to its mass. When we compare the mass of the moon with the earth, it will differ a lot. So, the gravitational force of the moon is weaker.