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Facts about the Milligram
The milligram (mg) is one-thousandth of a gram and is primarily used for measuring very small quantities. It is especially important in pharmacology, chemistry, and dietary supplements where precision is essential. For example, many medications list active ingredients in milligrams.
Facts about the Gram
The gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. It is commonly used in cooking, grocery shopping, nutrition labels, and scientific contexts for measuring lighter objects. The gram originated during the French Revolution as part of the original metric system.