Convert Gram per Cubic Centimeter to Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter
Input the number of grams per cubic centimeter you want to convert to kilograms per cubic centimeter.
How to Convert Grams per Cubic Centimeter to Kilograms per Cubic Centimeter
The gram per cubic centimeter and kilogram per cubic centimeter are both units of density. By definition, 1 kilogram per cubic centimeter equals exactly 1000 grams per cubic centimeter. This means to convert grams per cubic centimeter to kilograms per cubic centimeter, you divide by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 g/cm³ to kilograms per cubic centimeter:
We need to convert grams per cubic centimeter to kilograms per cubic centimeter
Since 1 kg/cm³ = 1000 g/cm³, divide by 1000
5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005
5 g/cm³ = 0.005 kg/cm³
Gram per Cubic Centimeter to Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common gram per cubic centimeter to kilogram per cubic centimeter conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Grams per Cubic Centimeter (g/cm³) | Kilograms per Cubic Centimeter (kg/cm³) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 g/cm³ | 0.0001 kg/cm³ |
| 0.5 g/cm³ | 0.0005 kg/cm³ |
| 1 g/cm³ | 0.001 kg/cm³ |
| 2 g/cm³ | 0.002 kg/cm³ |
| 5 g/cm³ | 0.005 kg/cm³ |
| 10 g/cm³ | 0.01 kg/cm³ |
| 25 g/cm³ | 0.025 kg/cm³ |
| 50 g/cm³ | 0.05 kg/cm³ |
| 100 g/cm³ | 0.1 kg/cm³ |
About These Units
Gram per Cubic Centimeter (g/cm³)
Grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) is numerically equal to g/mL and kg/L. Water is ~1 g/cm³, making it the reference for specific gravity. Common densities: aluminum 2.7 g/cm³, iron 7.87 g/cm³, gold 19.3 g/cm³. Standard unit in chemistry and mineralogy.
Kilogram per Cubic Centimeter (kg/cm³)
Kilograms per cubic centimeter (kg/cm³) equals 1,000,000 kg/m³ or 1,000 g/cm³. Used for extremely dense materials in specialized engineering. Osmium, the densest element: 0.0226 kg/cm³. Nuclear matter approaches 0.2 kg/cm³.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert grams per cubic centimeter to kilograms per cubic centimeter?
To convert grams per cubic centimeter to kilograms per cubic centimeter, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 g/cm³ = 0.01 kg/cm³.
How many kilograms per cubic centimeter are in 1 gram per cubic centimeter?
1 gram per cubic centimeter equals 0.001 kilograms per cubic centimeter.
What is the formula for grams per cubic centimeter to kilograms per cubic centimeter?
The formula is: kg/cm³ = g/cm³ ÷ 1000.