Definition of Short ton

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Short ton

The term 'Short ton' as it applies to the area of the environment can be defined as 'Common measurement for a ton in the United States. A short ton is equal to 2,000 lbs or 0.907 metric tons. See metric ton'.

The term 'Short ton' as it applies to the area of energy can be defined as ' A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds'.


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