Convert milligram to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert milligram [mg] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to milligram.
How to Convert Milligram to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 mg = 0.000771617917647072 s.ap
Example: convert 15 mg to s.ap:
15 mg = 15 × 0.000771617917647072 s.ap = 0.0115742687647061 s.ap
Milligram to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
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Milligram
A milligram (mg) is a unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a gram.
History/Origin
The milligram has been used in scientific and medical contexts for precise measurement of small quantities, especially in pharmacology and chemistry, with its origins linked to the metric system established in the 18th century.
Current Use
Today, the milligram is widely used in pharmaceuticals, nutrition, and scientific research to measure small amounts of substances accurately.
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.