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About these units
Kilogram (kg)
The kilogram is the base unit of mass in the SI system and the only SI unit defined directly by a fundamental constant rather than a physical object. Originally, its definition was tied to a platinum–iridium artifact stored in France—the famous "International Prototype Kilogram." Over time, tiny mass changes in the prototype and its official copies created difficulties for high-precision science. In 2019, the kilogram was redefined using Planck's constant, linking mass to the laws of quantum physics through the Kibble balance. This innovation ensures universality, stability, and reproducibility across the world. The kilogram is central to commerce, science, engineering, and every quantitative field dealing with matter. Its decimal relationships with other metric units (grams, milligrams, tons) make it universally convenient. From groceries to spacecraft mass budgets, the kilogram anchors modern mass measurement.
Dekagram (dag)
A dekagram, equal to 10 grams, is used more commonly in parts of Europe, particularly in culinary contexts such as baking or meat sales. Its size is practical for recipes, nutrition labeling, and small food packages. It avoids large numbers in grams without jumping to the heftier hectogram or kilogram. While less familiar in English-speaking countries, the dekagram is valued in regions where metric cooking traditions are strong.