Carat to Dekagram Converter
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How to Convert Carat to Dekagram
To convert carats to grams: multiply by 0.2. To convert grams to carats: multiply by 5.
1 ct = 0.2 g = 200 mg = 0.007055 oz.
For example, 1 Carat (ct) = 0.02 Dekagram (dag).
Carat to Dekagram — Common Values
| Carat (ct) | Dekagram (dag) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.002 |
| 0.5 | 0.01 |
| 1 | 0.02 |
| 2 | 0.04 |
| 5 | 0.1 |
| 10 | 0.2 |
| 25 | 0.5 |
| 50 | 1 |
| 100 | 2 |
| 500 | 10 |
| 1000 | 20 |
About Carat (ct)
Definition
The carat is a unit of mass used for gemstones and pearls, equal to exactly 200 milligrams (0.2 grams).
Mathematical Relationship
1 ct = 0.2 g = 200 mg = 0.007055 oz.
Conversion Formula
To convert carats to grams: multiply by 0.2. To convert grams to carats: multiply by 5.
Practical Applications
Diamond grading and pricing, gemstone trade, pearl classification, and jewelry appraisal.
Interesting Facts
The Hope Diamond weighs 45.52 ct (9.1 g). The Cullinan Diamond, the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found, was 3,106 ct (621 g).
Common Mistakes
Confusing carat (ct, mass) with karat (K, gold purity). 24K gold is pure gold; a 24-carat diamond weighs 4.8 g.
Educational Tips
Carat = weight of a gem. Karat = purity of gold. They sound the same but measure completely different things.
About Dekagram (dag)
Definition
The dekagram (decagram) is a unit of mass equal to 10 grams.
Mathematical Relationship
1 dag = 10 g = 0.01 kg = 10,000 mg.
Conversion Formula
To convert dag to grams: multiply by 10. To convert dag to kg: divide by 100.
Practical Applications
Common at European delis and markets: '15 dag of cheese' means 150 g. Used in Austrian recipes.
Interesting Facts
In Austria and parts of Italy, the dekagram ('deka') is the default unit at deli counters — more common there than grams.
Common Mistakes
Not recognizing 'dag' or 'dkg' outside Europe. Converting: remember dag = 10 g, not 100 g.
Educational Tips
If you travel to Austria, 'ein Deka' at the deli means 10 grams. 10 Deka = 100 g.