Convert 8.6 Kilograms to Grams: Metric Unit Conversion

To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:

• Step 1: Identify the given information and conversion factor
• Step 2: Apply the conversion factor to obtain the result in grams

Let's work through these steps:
Step 1: We have $8.6 \, \text{kg}$ to convert to grams. Recall that $1 \, \text{kg}$ equals $1000 \, \text{grams}$.
Step 2: Multiply the given kilograms by the conversion factor to convert to grams:
$8.6 \, \text{kg} \times 1000 \, \text{grams/kg} = 8600 \, \text{grams}$

Therefore, the solution to the problem is $8600 \, \text{grams}$.