What are grains?
Grains are a unit of measurement commonly used in the imperial system to measure the weight of small objects such as bullets, arrows, and jewelry.
One grain is equivalent to approximately 0.0648 grams or 0.0023 ounces and are still used in certain industries where precision is crucial, such as in the production of pharmaceuticals and supplements.
There is more than one type of ton
There are three common types of ton; the metric ton (tonne), long ton and short ton.
The metric tonne, also spelled as metric ton, which is equivalent to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds. The metric tonne is widely used in countries that have adopted the metric system for their measurements. It is commonly used in industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, and shipping for its ease of conversion and consistency in calculations. Further information can be found on this unit here: Metric Tonne.
The Long Ton, also known as the Imperial Ton, is a unit of weight commonly used in the United Kingdom and some other countries. It is equivalent to 2,240 pounds or 1,016 kilograms. The Long Ton is primarily used in trade and commerce for goods that are transported by sea. Further information can be found here: Long ton (Imperial ton).
The short ton is used predominantly in the United States and is equivalent to 2,000 pounds. This unit of measurement is commonly used in industries such as shipping, construction, and agriculture. More information here: Short ton (American ton)