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1 pound (lb) = 14.58333333 troy ounce (oz t). Pound (lb) is a unit of Weight used in Standard system. Troy Ounce (oz t) is a unit of Weight used in Standard system.

Pounds: A Unit of Weight

Definition of the Pound

A pound is a unit of weight that measures how much force an object or substance exerts on a scale due to gravity. It is equal to 0.45359237 kilograms, or 16 ounces, or 7000 grains. One pound can also be written as lb or lbs.

History of the Pound

The pound was originally defined in ancient Rome as the mass of a bronze bar called a libra, which was divided into 12 ounces. The libra was later adopted by various regions and countries in Europe, such as England, France and Germany, with different values and subdivisions.

The pound as we know it today is based on the avoirdupois system, which was developed in the 13th century in France and England. The avoirdupois pound was standardized in 1959 by an international agreement among the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.

The pound, as well as other units of weight, such as the ounce and the ton, were introduced in the 19th century as part of the imperial system of measurement that aimed to unify the units used in the British Empire. The pound was officially adopted by the International System of Units (SI) in 1960 as one of the seven base units.

How to Convert Pounds

To convert pounds to other units of weight, we need to use conversion factors that relate the pound to the desired unit. For example, to convert pounds to kilograms, we need to know that one kilogram is equal to 2.2046226218 pounds. Therefore, one pound is equal to 0.45359237 kilograms.

Here are some common conversion factors for pounds:

• 1 lb = 0.45359237 kg
• 1 lb = 16 oz
• 1 lb = 7000 gr
• 1 lb = 0.0005 t
• 1 lb = 0.0714285714 st

To convert from other units of weight to pounds, we need to use the inverse of these conversion factors. For example, to convert kilograms to pounds, we need to multiply by 2.2046226218.

Where Pounds are Used

The pound is a unit of weight that is widely used in the United States and some other countries that have historical ties with Britain, such as Canada and Australia. It is commonly used to measure the weight of people, animals, food, clothes and other everyday items. For example, an average adult male in the United States has a weight of about 198 lbs.

The pound is also used to measure some physical quantities such as force, pressure and torque. For example, one pound-force (lbf) is equal to one pound times the standard acceleration due to gravity (32.174 ft/s²).

Example Conversions of Pounds to Other Units

Here are some examples of how to convert pounds to other units of weight using the conversion factors given above:

• 2 lb = 2 x 0.45359237 kg = 0.90718474 kg
• 3 lb = 3 x 16 oz = 48 oz
• 4 lb = 4 x 7000 gr = 28000 gr
• 5 lb = 5 x 0.0005 t = 0.0025 t
• 6 lb = 6 x 0.0714285714 st = 0.4285714284 st

Conclusion

The pound is a unit of weight that measures how much force an object or substance exerts on a scale due to gravity. It is equal to 0.45359237 kilograms, or 16 ounces, or 7000 grains. The pound is widely used in the United States and some other countries that have historical ties with Britain, such as Canada and Australia, as well as some physical quantities such as force, pressure and torque. To convert pounds to other units of weight, we need to use conversion factors that relate the pound to the desired unit.

Troy Ounces: A Unit of Weight

Troy ounces are a unit of weight that are used for measuring precious metals, such as gold, silver and platinum. Troy ounces are derived from the French word once, which was the name of a unit of weight used in the Middle Ages. The symbol for troy ounce is oz t.

Definition of the Troy Ounce

The troy ounce is defined as 20 pennyweights, which are each 24 grains. The troy grain is equal to the avoirdupois grain, which is one seven-thousandth of an avoirdupois pound. The troy ounce is heavier than the avoirdupois ounce, but lighter than the apothecaries’ ounce.

The troy ounce is equal to about 1.0971 avoirdupois ounces or 31.1035 grams. The troy grain is equal to about 0.0648 milligrams.

How to Convert Troy Ounces

Troy ounces can be converted to other units of weight by using conversion factors or formulas. Here are some examples of how to convert troy ounces to other units of weight in the US customary system and the SI system:

• To convert troy ounces to avoirdupois ounces, multiply by 1.0971. For example, 10 oz t = 10 x 1.0971 = 10.971 oz.
• To convert troy ounces to avoirdupois pounds, divide by 14.5833. For example, 5 oz t = 5 / 14.5833 = 0.343 lb.
• To convert troy ounces to tons (short), divide by 29166.67. For example, 20 oz t = 20 / 29166.67 = 0.000685 ton.
• To convert troy ounces to kilograms, divide by 32.1507. For example, 15 oz t = 15 / 32.1507 = 0.4666 kg.
• To convert troy ounces to grams, multiply by 31.1035. For example, 25 oz t = 25 x 31.1035 = 777.5875 g.
• To convert troy ounces to milligrams, multiply by 31103.4768. For example, 30 oz t = 30 x 31103.4768 = 933104.304 mg.

Where Troy Ounces are Used

Troy ounces are used in different countries and regions for different applications and purposes. Here are some examples of where troy ounces are used:

• In most countries that use the SI system, troy ounces are not used for measuring weight, but only for measuring precious metals, such as gold, silver and platinum.
• In the United States, troy ounces are used for measuring precious metals, especially for gold and silver coins and bullion.
• In Canada, Australia and New Zealand, troy ounces are used for measuring precious metals, especially for gold and silver coins and bullion.
• In the United Kingdom, troy ounces are used for measuring precious metals, especially for gold and silver coins and bullion.
• In India, troy ounces are used for measuring precious metals, especially for gold and silver jewelry.

History of Troy Ounces

Troy ounces have a long history that dates back to ancient times. Here are some highlights of the history of troy ounces:

• The troy ounce was originally based on the weight of a Roman uncia, which was one twelfth of a Roman libra or pound, which was equivalent to about 27 grams.
• The troy ounce was used in different systems of measurement, such as the Roman system, the Byzantine system, the Arabic system and the English system. It varied from about 26 grams to about 32 grams depending on the region and the time period.
• The troy ounce was standardized by royal statutes and international agreements in different periods of history. For example, in 1527 an act of Henry VIII fixed the troy ounce at exactly 480 grains; in 1828 an act of Congress adopted the troy ounce as the official unit of weight for coinage in the United States; in 1959 an international agreement defined the international avoirdupois ounce as exactly 28.349523125 grams, which made the troy ounce exactly 31.1034768 grams.

Example Conversions of Troy Ounces to Other Units

Here are some examples of conversions of troy ounces to other units of weight:

• 1 oz t = 1.0971 oz
• 1 oz t = 0.0686 lb
• 1 oz t = 0.000034 ton
• 1 oz t = 0.0311 kg
• 1 oz t = 31.1035 g
• 1 oz t = 31103.4768 mg
• 1 oz t = 0.0833 lb t
• 1 oz t = 20 dwt
• 1 oz t = 480 gr