5.5 oz is approximately 156.08 grams. This conversion shows that weight in ounces can be easily translated into grams using a simple multiplication factor.
To convert ounces to grams, multiply the number of ounces by 28.3495. Since 1 ounce equals exactly 28.3495 grams, multiplying the weight in ounces by this factor gives the corresponding weight in grams. For example, 5.5 oz times 28.3495 equals 156.06975 grams, rounded to 156.08 grams.
Conversion Result
5.5 ounces equals 156.08 grams.
Conversion Tool
Result in grams:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from ounces to grams uses the formula: grams = ounces × 28.3495. This works because 1 ounce is exactly 28.3495 grams, a standard measure set by international agreement. For example, converting 2 oz: 2 × 28.3495 = 56.699 grams.
Conversion Example
- Convert 10 oz to grams:
- Step 1: Take the number 10 (oz).
- Step 2: Multiply 10 by 28.3495.
- Step 3: 10 × 28.3495 = 283.495 grams.
- Result: 10 oz equals 283.495 grams.
- Convert 1.75 oz to grams:
- Step 1: Use 1.75 as the oz value.
- Step 2: 1.75 × 28.3495 = 49.6116 grams.
- Result: 1.75 oz is approximately 49.6116 grams.
- Convert 0.5 oz to grams:
- Step 1: Use 0.5 for the ounce value.
- Step 2: 0.5 × 28.3495 = 14.17475 grams.
- Result: 0.5 oz equals 14.17475 grams.
- Convert 15 oz to grams:
- Step 1: Take 15 as the oz value.
- Step 2: 15 × 28.3495 = 425.2425 grams.
- Result: 15 oz is 425.2425 grams.
Conversion Chart
| Ounces (oz) | Grams (g) |
|---|---|
| -19.5 | -553.27 |
| -18.5 | -524.82 |
| -17.5 | -496.36 |
| -16.5 | -467.91 |
| -15.5 | -439.45 |
| -14.5 | -411 |
| -13.5 | -382.54 |
| -12.5 | -354.09 |
| -11.5 | -325.63 |
| -10.5 | -297.18 |
| -9.5 | -268.72 |
| -8.5 | -240.27 |
| -7.5 | -211.81 |
| -6.5 | -183.36 |
| -5.5 | -154.9 |
| -4.5 | -126.45 |
| -3.5 | -98 |
| -2.5 | -69.54 |
| -1.5 | -41.09 |
| -0.5 | -12.63 |
| 0.5 | 14.83 |
| 1.5 | 43.29 |
| 2.5 | 71.75 |
| 3.5 | 100.21 |
| 4.5 | 128.66 |
| 5.5 | 157.12 |
| 6.5 | 185.58 |
| 7.5 | 214.03 |
| 8.5 | 242.49 |
| 9.5 | 270.94 |
| 10.5 | 299.4 |
| 11.5 | 327.86 |
| 12.5 | 356.31 |
| 13.5 | 384.77 |
| 14.5 | 413.23 |
| 15.5 | 441.68 |
| 16.5 | 470.14 |
| 17.5 | 498.6 |
| 18.5 | 527.05 |
| 19.5 | 555.51 |
| 20.5 | 583.97 |
| 21.5 | 612.42 |
| 22.5 | 640.88 |
| 23.5 | 669.33 |
| 24.5 | 697.79 |
| 25.5 | 726.25 |
| 26.5 | 754.7 |
| 27.5 | 783.16 |
| 28.5 | 811.62 |
| 29.5 | 840.07 |
| 30.5 | 868.53 |
This chart allows to quickly find grams for various ounces from -19.5 to 30.5, helpful for quick references or comparison.
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Conversion Definitions
oz
The ounce (oz) is a unit of weight primarily used in United States customary and imperial systems, equal to 1/16 of a pound, approximately 28.3495 grams, and used for measuring small weights, especially food and precious metals.
grams
Grams (g) are metric units of mass, where 1 gram equals one-thousandth of a kilogram, widely used worldwide for measuring food, ingredients, and small objects, providing precise and standardized weight measurement.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from oz to grams?
The conversion from ounces to grams is highly accurate because it uses the exact international standard of 28.3495 grams per ounce. Minor differences may occur in practical applications due to measurement tools, but the mathematical conversion is precise.
Can I use this conversion for all types of ingredients?
Yes, the conversion applies universally for weight measurements of any ingredient or object. However, do note that volume and weight can differ for ingredients like flour or sugar, which may require density considerations beyond simple conversion.
What should I do if I want to convert grams back to ounces?
To convert grams to ounces, divide the number of grams by 28.3495. For example, 100 grams divided by 28.3495 equals approximately 3.527 ounces, allowing reciprocal conversions between the two units.
Is there a difference between avoirdupois ounces and other ounces?
The ounce used here is the avoirdupois ounce, standard in the US and UK, which equals 28.3495 grams. Other types, like the troy ounce used for precious metals, are slightly different, at 31.1035 grams.