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Centigram - Definition and Overview

The centigram (symbol cg) is an SI unit of mass. It is defined as 1/100 of a gram. A hundred of them make up a gram.

The centigram is not used very often, with kilogram, gram and milligram being preferred in laboratories. The centigram is used for measuring quantities of certain foods, such as cereals.

milligram << centigram << gram

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