What is a centigram used for?

A centigram is a metric unit of mass equal to one hundredth of a gram, used for weighing small samples in labs, pharmaceuticals, and biological specimens.

Where is the carat unit primarily applied?

Carats are mainly used in the jewelry trade for measuring gemstones and pearls, including pricing and certification.

How do I convert centigrams to carats?

Multiply the centigram value by 0.05 to get the equivalent mass in carats.

Centigram to Carat Converter - Convert Weight & Mass Units Easily

Use our online tool to convert mass values from centigrams (cg) to carats (car, ct), units commonly used in laboratory and gemological contexts.

Centigram [cg]

Carat [car, ct]

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Centigram [cg] to Carat [car, ct] Conversion Table

Centigram [cg]	Carat [car, ct]

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Start Value

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Centigram [cg] to Carat [car, ct] Conversion Table
Centigram [cg]	Carat [car, ct]

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to change weight and mass measurements from centigrams, a metric unit for small masses, to carats, a specialized unit used primarily in the gemstone industry.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the mass value in centigrams you want to convert
Select centigram as the input unit and carat as the output unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent carat value

Key Features

Converts centigram (cg) units to carat (car, ct) values quickly and accurately
Supports measurements relevant to laboratory, pharmaceutical, and gemological contexts
Easy-to-use interface for translating small metric masses into gemstone-related units

Examples

10 centigrams converts to 0.5 carats
25 centigrams converts to 1.25 carats

Common Use Cases

Converting small laboratory sample weights measured in centigrams to carats for gemstone evaluations
Weighing and pricing diamonds and pearls where carat is the standard mass unit
Translating precise pharmaceutical or biological mass data into units relevant for jewelry industry measurements

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure your centigram measurements are precise to maintain accuracy during conversion
Use this tool for small masses where expressing values in hundredths of grams or carats is convenient
Apply the converted carat values for gemological certification or quality control purposes

Limitations

Carat units are intended for gemological usage and may not suit general scientific mass measurement needs
Rounding errors can occur if centigram values are not measured accurately, especially for very low masses

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a centigram used for?: A centigram is a metric unit of mass equal to one hundredth of a gram, used for weighing small samples in labs, pharmaceuticals, and biological specimens.
Where is the carat unit primarily applied?: Carats are mainly used in the jewelry trade for measuring gemstones and pearls, including pricing and certification.
How do I convert centigrams to carats?: Multiply the centigram value by 0.05 to get the equivalent mass in carats.

Key Terminology

Centigram (cg): A metric unit of mass equal to one hundredth of a gram, used for measuring small masses.
Carat (car, ct): A mass unit equal to 200 milligrams, commonly used for weighing gemstones and pearls.
SI prefix centi-: A unit prefix in the metric system denoting one hundredth (0.01) of the base unit.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the relationship between centigrams and grams?

1 centigram equals 1 gram

1 centigram equals 0.01 gram

1 centigram equals 10 grams

What is a carat mainly used to measure?

Gemstones and pearls

Laboratory chemicals

Large food ingredients

To convert centigrams to carats, you should:

Divide by 0.05

Multiply by 0.05

Add 0.05

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