Convert kilogram to mina (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram [kg] to mina (Biblical Greek) [mina (BG)], or Convert mina (Biblical Greek) to kilogram.
How to Convert Kilogram to Mina (Biblical Greek)
1 kg = 2.94117647058824 mina (BG)
Example: convert 15 kg to mina (BG):
15 kg = 15 × 2.94117647058824 mina (BG) = 44.1176470588235 mina (BG)
Kilogram to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Kilogram
The kilogram (kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the mass of the International Prototype Kilogram, a platinum-iridium alloy cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures.
History/Origin
The kilogram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water. It was later represented by a platinum standard in 1875, known as the International Prototype Kilogram, which served as the global standard until 2019.
Current Use
Today, the kilogram is defined by the Planck constant, fixed at exactly 6.62607015×10⁻³⁴ joule seconds, ensuring greater precision and stability in measurements worldwide. It is widely used in science, industry, and commerce for measuring mass.
Mina (Biblical Greek)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical Greek contexts, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 0.6 kilograms.
History/Origin
The mina was used in the ancient Near East, including Greece and the Levant, dating back to the early Iron Age. It was a standard measure for trade and commerce in biblical times and was later adopted in various forms by different cultures.
Current Use
Today, the mina is primarily used in historical and biblical studies to understand ancient texts and measurements. It is not used as a modern unit of measurement but is included in historical weight and mass converters for educational purposes.