Grams to Ounces (g to oz) Calculator
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This Grams to Ounces calculator converts weights from grams (g) to avoirdupois ounces (oz). It's an essential tool for anyone needing to translate weights between metric and imperial/US customary systems, particularly in cooking and science.
What is a Grams to Ounces Calculator?
A Grams to Ounces (g to oz) Calculator is a tool used for converting weight measurements from grams (g) to ounces (oz). Grams are a unit of mass in the metric system, while ounces (specifically avoirdupois ounces) are a unit of weight in the imperial and US customary systems.
This conversion is frequently used in cooking, baking, science, jewelry, and any context where precise weight measurements need to be translated between metric and imperial systems.
Grams to Ounces Formula
The conversion from grams to avoirdupois ounces is based on the standard definition:
1 gram (g) ≈ 0.03527396 ounces (oz)
Therefore, to convert grams to ounces, you multiply the number of grams by approximately 0.03527396:
Ounces (oz) = Grams (g) × 0.03527396
Alternatively, you can divide the number of grams by 28.34952 (since 1 ounce ≈ 28.34952 grams):
Ounces (oz) = Grams (g) / 28.34952
Where:
- Ounces (oz) = Weight in avoirdupois ounces
- Grams (g) = Mass in grams
How to Calculate Grams to Ounces: Example
Suppose an ingredient in a recipe weighs 100 grams, and you need to know its weight in ounces.
- Identify the mass in grams:
Grams = 100 g
- Apply the conversion formula (multiplication):
Ounces = Grams × 0.03527396
Ounces = 100 × 0.03527396 ≈ 3.5274 oz
- Alternatively, apply the conversion formula (division):
Ounces = Grams / 28.34952
Ounces = 100 / 28.34952 ≈ 3.5274 oz
So, 100 grams is approximately equal to 3.53 ounces.
Common Applications
- Cooking and Baking: Converting recipe ingredients from metric (grams) to imperial/US customary (ounces).
- Food Packaging: Understanding nutritional information and product weights often given in grams.
- Science and Laboratories: Measuring chemicals and substances where precision is key.
- Jewelry and Precious Metals: Troy ounces are different, but avoirdupois ounces are sometimes used for less precious materials.
- Shipping: Calculating postage for small packages where weight is measured in grams.
Sources and References
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). (n.d.). *NIST Handbook 44: Specifications, Tolerances, and Other Technical Requirements for Weighing and Measuring Devices*. (Section: Appendix C - General Tables of Units of Measurement).
- International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM). (n.d.). *The International System of Units (SI)*. (Defines the gram as a unit of mass).
- The Cook's Thesaurus. (various entries). (Often provides weight conversions for ingredients).