Grams to Teaspoons Ingredient Conversion Calculator
Grams to Teaspoons Ingredient Conversion Chart
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How to Convert Grams to Teaspoons
Part 1: General Conversion Method
Converting grams to teaspoons depends on the density of the substance. The general equation is:
Where:
- Conversion Factor = grams per teaspoon (g/tsp) of the specific ingredient
- Density is measured in g/ml and varies by substance
For water, there is approximately 4.93 g/tsp, simplifying the equation to:
Part 2: Example Conversion Using Water
Let’s convert 5 grams of water to teaspoons:
Therefore, 5 grams of water is approximately equal to 1.014 teaspoons.
Note: This conversion is specific to water. Other substances will have different conversions due to varying densities. Always check the specific density of the substance you’re converting.
Grams Converted to Other Cooking / Baking Measurements
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Units of Measurement
While grams and teaspoons are common units of measurement in cooking or baking, converting between them isn’t straightforward. This is because grams are a unit of mass, and a teaspoon is a unit of volume.
The density of the ingredient determines the volume of space it takes up, so there is no g to tsp conversion that will work in all cases.
What is a Gram?
A gram is a unit of measurement for mass in the Metric System and the International System of Units (SI). A gram is defined to be 1/1000th of a kilogram.
The abbreviation for a gram is “g.”
What is a Teaspoon Measurement?
A teaspoon is a unit of measurement for volume most commonly used in cooking or baking. A teaspoon equals 1/3rd of a tablespoon or 1/48th of a cup.
The abbreviation for a teaspoon is “tsp.”
Grams Converted to Other Weight Measurement Units
| Unit | Grams Equivalent |
|---|---|
| 1 milligram (mg) | 0.001 grams |
| 1 centigram (cg) | 0.01 grams |
| 1 decigram (dg) | 0.1 grams |
| 1 kilogram (kg) | 1000 grams |
| 1 metric ton (t) | 1,000,000 grams |
| 1 ounce (oz) | 28.34952 grams |
| 1 pound (lb) | 453.59237 grams |
| 1 stone (st) | 6,350.29318 grams |
| 1 carat (ct) | 0.2 grams |
| 1 grain (gr) | 0.06479891 grams |
| 1 dram (dr) | 1.7718451953125 grams |
| 1 troy ounce (oz t) | 31.1034768 grams |
Common Gram to Teaspoon Conversion Table
| Grams | Water (tsp) | Salt (tsp) | Sugar (tsp) | Baking Powder (tsp) | Flour (tsp) |
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