How much does a book weigh in kilograms?

Answer 1

Well, darling, the weight of a book in kilograms can vary depending on the size and number of pages. On average, a paperback book weighs around 0.5-1 kilogram, while a hardcover book can weigh 1-2 kilograms. So, grab a scale and weigh that bad boy yourself if you're really itching to know.

Answer 2

The weight of a book can vary depending on its size, length, and paper type. On average, a standard paperback book typically weighs around 0.5-1 kg, while a hardcover book can weigh between 0.8-1.5 kg.

Answer 3

The weight of a book can vary greatly depending on its size, number of pages, paper type, and cover material. On average, a typical paperback book weighs around 0.5 to 1 kilogram, while a hardcover book can weigh between 0.7 to 1.5 kilograms. To determine the exact weight of a specific book in kilograms, you would need to use a scale that measures in kilograms.

Answer 4

According to the founder of online bookseller Alibris.com, an

average-sized book weighs 12 ounces.

"We analyzed all the books sold by our booksellers and determined that

the average book weighs 12 ounces and over 75% weighed under 1 pound

and eight ounces."

source:

INTERVIEW WITH RICHARD WEATHERFORD, FOUNDER, AND MARTY MANLEY,

PRESIDENT AND CEO, OF ALIBRIS, hosted by the Independent Online

Booksellers Association

http://www.ioba.org/newsletter/V7/alibris.html

If you prefer the metric system, 12 ounces is equivalent to about 340

grams since there are approximately 28.3 grams per ounce.

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Answer 5

The average school textbook weighs about 3.5 lbs, whereas the average laptop weighs about 5 lbs (and can hold thousands of them).

Answer 6

I depends on which type of book you are talking about. An average text book weighs about 1 kilogram.

Answer 7

If you know the weight in pounds, multiply by 453.6

Answer 8

a book weighs about 3 grams.

- I have just weighed booklets that I think are the equivalent: about 150 or 160grams - 5 1/2 ounces

Answer 9

There is no single answer to that. Books come in different sizes, shapes and weights.

Answer 10

The mass of a book is the mass that you determine using a laboratory balance.