Does Mg Stand for Newton in Scientific Contexts?

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In scientific contexts, "Mg" stands for megagram, not Newton, which is represented by "N." A megagram is equivalent to one metric ton or 1,000 kilograms. The discussion clarifies that a 5.5-Mg humpback whale weighs 5.5 million grams, which converts to 5,500 kilograms. This weight can be further converted to Newtons by multiplying by the acceleration due to gravity, resulting in approximately 53,955 N. Therefore, Mg does not denote Newton in this context.
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I'm reading this question that says "The 5.5-Mg humpback whale is stuck on the shore
due to changes in the tide..."

Does Mg mean Newton?
 
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Nope.

Newton is [N], but Mg doesn't look like N does it? :confused:

But Mega is [M] and gram is [g]... :smile:
 
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You're so smart :smile: thanks!
 
So according to my conversation the whale weighs

5.5 x 1000000 = 5500000grams
5500000 / 1000 = 5500 kg

5500 x 9.81 = 53955 [N]

Yes?
 

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