Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Hundredweight

👉 In the context of a scientific or technical field, "hundred weights" refers to a measure of mass. It is typically used in measurements of materials such as metals and ceramics. When referring to the weight of these materials, one would use the symbol "g," which represents grams (g). For instance, if you were measuring the weight of a hundred pieces of copper, you would write this down as 100 g.

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👉 A hundredweight is a unit of weight used in weights and measures. It is equal to 200 grams, and it is commonly used in sports or games where weight is measured in kilograms (kg).

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