Convert scruple (apothecary) to gamma
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to gamma [gamma], or Convert gamma to scruple (apothecary).
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Gamma
1 s.ap = 1295978.2 gamma
Example: convert 15 s.ap to gamma:
15 s.ap = 15 × 1295978.2 gamma = 19439673 gamma
Scruple (Apothecary) to Gamma Conversion Table
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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.
Gamma
Gamma is a unit of mass used in the context of the 'Weight and Mass' converter, typically representing a gram or a related measure.
History/Origin
The term 'gamma' originates from the Greek letter gamma, historically used in various scientific contexts to denote small quantities of mass or radiation. Its use as a unit of mass has been more common in older or specialized scientific literature.
Current Use
Today, 'gamma' is rarely used as a standard unit of mass; instead, grams are the standard. However, 'gamma' may still appear in specific scientific fields or historical references related to mass measurement.