National Physical Laboratory

How do I convert from true mass to conventional mass? (FAQ - Mass & Density)

The conventional mass value of an artefact can be calculated from its true mass value using the equation:

Conventional Mass

where:

Mc is the conventional mass of the artefact in grams (g)
Mt is the true mass of the artefact in grams (g)
p is the density of the artefact in grams per centimetre cubed (g/cm3)

Last Updated: 25 Mar 2010
Created: 9 Aug 2007