What is the Metric Ton ?

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" The tonne or ton is a metric unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms. It is also referred to as a metric ton to distinguish it from the non-metric unit. It is equivalent to approximately 2,204.6 pounds; 1.102 short tons (US), and 0.984 long tons (UK). The official SI unit is the megagram (symbol: Mg), a less common way to express the same mass. "