Convert pounds (lb) to grams (g) and back, with kilograms and ounces as quick reference units.
Formula:
In plain language:
The international pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg. Convert by routing through kilograms and scaling to grams.
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Mass used in the calculation.
“lb” (or “lbs”) is a common label for pounds, while grams (g) are metric. The pound has an exact definition in kilograms, so converting to grams is reliable and precise.
Because :
2 lb → g
.
500 g → lb
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