How to convert between ounces and grams?
Converting between ounces and grams is essential in cooking, pharmacy, and other fields where precision in weight measurements is required.
Conversion formulas:
1 ounce = 28.3495 grams
From ounces to grams:
grams = ounces × 28.3495
From grams to ounces:
ounces = grams ÷ 28.3495
Practical examples
Simple conversion:
2 ounces = 56.699 grams
Calculation: 2 × 28.3495 = 56.699 grams
Reverse conversion:
100 grams = 3.527 ounces
Calculation: 100 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.527 ounces
Common equivalences
| Ounces | Grams | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | 28.35 g | A serving of cheese |
| 2 oz | 56.70 g | A serving of meat |
| 4 oz | 113.40 g | A medium burger |
| 8 oz | 226.80 g | A cup of liquid |
| 16 oz | 453.59 g | A pound |
Common uses
- Cooking:
Recipes may specify ingredients in ounces or grams, especially in baking where precision is crucial.
- Pharmacy:
Medications and supplements are often measured in grams or milligrams for precise dosing.
- Commerce:
Many products are sold by weight, requiring conversions between metric and imperial systems.
- Sports:
In sports nutrition and weight control, where precision in food and supplement measurements is needed.
Conversion tips
- Rounding: For everyday use, you can round to 28.35 grams per ounce.
- Precision: In scientific or pharmaceutical contexts, use the exact conversion of 28.3495 grams.
- Quick estimate: For approximate calculations, you can use 30 grams per ounce.
International system
The gram is the unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), while the ounce is a unit of the imperial system. In scientific contexts and most countries, grams are preferred for their precision and standardization.