'Gram equivalent' definitions:
Definition of 'Gram equivalent'
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- Gram \Gram\, Gramme \Gramme\ (gr[a^]m), n. [F. gramme, from Gr. gra`mma that which is written, a letter, a small weight, fr. gra`fein to write. See Graphic.] The unit of mass or weight in the metric system. It was intended to be exactly, and is very nearly, equivalent to the weight in a vacuum of one cubic centimeter of pure water at its maximum density. It is equal to 15.432 grains. See Grain, n., 4. [1913 Webster]
- Gram degree, or Gramme degree (Physics), a unit of heat, being the amount of heat necessary to raise the temperature of one gram of pure water one degree centigrade.
- Gram equivalent (Electrolysis), that quantity of the metal which will replace one gram of hydrogen. [1913 Webster]