How big is a dekagram? Definition and examples

A dekagram (dag) is a unit of weight in the metric measurement system that is equal to 10 grams.

1 dekagram  = 10 g or 1 gram = 1/10 dag

The dekagram is used to measure the weight of things that are light such little items in your house here and there.

Things that can have a weight of approximately 1 dekagram

• About 200 drops of water

• About 1 teaspoon of water

• About 2 or 3 grapes depends on the size

• About 300-350 grains of rice depends on the size.

• A small piece of candy