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Convert Exagram to Carat (metric)

Convert exagrams to carats (metric) instantly. 1 exagram = 5e+18 carat (metric) — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Carat (metric) to Exagram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Exagram

What is a exagram?

An exagram (Eg) equals 10^15 kilograms, or one quintillion grams.

Origin of the exagram

From the SI prefix 'exa-' (from Greek 'hex', six, denoting the sixth power of 1000).

Where it is used

Confined to planetary- and atmospheric-scale mass discussions; never used in daily measurement.

When and where it was developed

The exa- prefix was adopted by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) in 1975.

Troy & Apothecary

Carat (metric)

What is a carat (metric)?

The metric carat (ct) equals exactly 200 milligrams (0.0002 kg).

Origin of the carat (metric)

From Arabic 'qirat' and Greek 'keration', the carob seed once used as a counterweight.

Where it is used

The worldwide standard for gemstone and diamond mass.

When and where it was developed

The metric carat was fixed at 200 mg internationally in 1907.

Exagram to Carat (metric) conversion formula

The relationship between exagrams and carats (metric):

1 Eg = 5e+18 ct
1 ct = 2e-19 Eg

To convert exagrams to carats (metric), multiply the value in exagrams by 5e+18. To reverse, multiply carats (metric) by 2e-19.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in carats (metric) updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Carat (metric) to Exagram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert exagrams to carats (metric)

  1. Write down the value in exagrams (Eg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 5e+18.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in carats (metric) (ct).
  4. To reverse, multiply the carat (metric) value by 2e-19.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 Eg to ct:
1 × 5e+18 = 5e+18 ct

Example 2 — Convert 100 Eg to ct:
100 × 5e+18 = 5e+20 ct

Exagram to Carat (metric) conversion table

Standard reference values for converting exagrams to carats (metric):

Exagram [Eg]Carat (metric) [ct]
0.015e+16
0.15e+17
15e+18
21e+19
31.5e+19
42e+19
52.5e+19
105e+19
201e+20
301.5e+20
402e+20
502.5e+20
1005e+20
5002.5e+21
10005e+21

Frequently asked questions

How many carats (metric) is 1 exagram?
1 exagram equals 5e+18 carat (metric).
How do I convert exagrams to carats (metric)?
Multiply the value in exagrams by 5e+18 to get carats (metric).
How do I convert carats (metric) back to exagrams?
Multiply the value in carats (metric) by 2e-19, or use the Carat (metric) to Exagram converter.
How many carats (metric) is 100 exagrams?
100 exagrams equals 5e+20 carats (metric), because 100 × 5e+18 = 5e+20.

Convert Exagram to other weight units

Show all Exagram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Astronomical (4 units)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Force / Engineering (5 units)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 Eg = 5e+18 ct) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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