Convert drop to teaspoon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert drop [drop] to teaspoon (UK) [tsp (UK)], or Convert teaspoon (UK) to drop.
How to Convert Drop to Teaspoon (Uk)
1 drop = 0.00844681916441362 tsp (UK)
Example: convert 15 drop to tsp (UK):
15 drop = 15 × 0.00844681916441362 tsp (UK) = 0.126702287466204 tsp (UK)
Drop to Teaspoon (Uk) Conversion Table
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Drop
A drop is a small unit of liquid volume typically used to measure small quantities of liquids, such as medicines or ingredients in cooking.
History/Origin
The concept of a drop as a unit has been used informally for centuries, often based on the amount of liquid dispensed from a dropper or similar device. Its exact volume has varied historically and culturally, but it is generally standardized in modern measurements.
Current Use
The drop is commonly used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cooking to measure small amounts of liquids, with a standard volume approximately equal to 0.05 milliliters.
Teaspoon (Uk)
A teaspoon (UK) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in cooking, equivalent to approximately 5.92 milliliters.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated as a small spoon used for stirring tea and measuring ingredients. Its standardized volume has varied historically, but the UK teaspoon is now defined as 5.92 ml, aligning with metric standards.
Current Use
The UK teaspoon is commonly used in recipes and cooking measurements within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary instructions.