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What is Kilogram (kg)?
The kilogram (symbol: kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is currently defined based on the Planck constant.
History
Originally defined as the mass of one liter of water at freezing point. Until 2019, it was defined by a physical prototype 'Le Grand K'.
Current Use
The global standard for measuring mass of people, food, and commodities.
What is Pound (lb)?
A pound (symbol: lb) is a unit of mass used in the imperial and US customary systems. It is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kg.
History
Descended from the Roman libra. The international avoirdupois pound was standardized in 1959.
Current Use
Commonly used in the US for body weight and groceries.
Kilogram (kg) to Pound (lb) Conversion Table
| Kilogram (kg) | Pound (lb) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kilogram | 0.022046 pound |
| 0.1 kilogram | 0.220462 pound |
| 1 kilogram | 2.204623 pound |
| 2 kilogram | 4.409245 pound |
| 3 kilogram | 6.613868 pound |
| 4 kilogram | 8.81849 pound |
| 5 kilogram | 11.023113 pound |
| 10 kilogram | 22.046226 pound |
| 20 kilogram | 44.092452 pound |
| 50 kilogram | 110.231131 pound |
| 100 kilogram | 220.462262 pound |
| 1000 kilogram | 2,204.622622 pound |
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