Metric Conversions: Volume
The metric weight system is based on the gram, with the most common unit being the kilogram (1000 grams). Our comparable units are ounces and pounds:
- A kilogram is about 2.2 pounds.
- A kilogram is about 2.2 pounds.
The metric weight system is based on the gram, with the most common unit being the kilogram (1000 grams). Our comparable units are ounces and pounds: