Convert slug to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert slug [slug] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to slug.
How to Convert Slug to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 slug = 11260.9169947457 s.ap
Example: convert 15 slug to s.ap:
15 slug = 15 × 11260.9169947457 s.ap = 168913.754921186 s.ap
Slug to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
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Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.
Scruple (Apothecary)
A scruple (s.ap) is an old unit of weight used in apothecary measurements, equivalent to 1.3 grains or approximately 1.3 grams.
History/Origin
The scruple originated in ancient Greece and was adopted into Roman and medieval European apothecary systems. It was historically used for measuring small quantities of medicinal substances and drugs.
Current Use
Today, the scruple is largely obsolete and replaced by metric units, but it is still referenced in historical contexts and traditional apothecary practices.