Convert drop to dram
Please provide values below to convert drop [drop] to dram [dr], or Convert dram to drop.
1 drop = 0.0135256097954 dr. To convert drop to dram, multiply the value by 0.0135256097954; to go the other way, divide by it (1 dr = 73.93382 drop). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 drop = 0.0135256097954 dr
- 1 dr = 73.93382 drop
- 10 drop = 0.135256097954 dr
- 100 drop = 1.35256097954 dr
How to Convert Drop to Dram
1 drop = 0.0135256097953548 dr
Example: convert 15 drop to dr:
15 drop = 15 × 0.0135256097953548 dr = 0.202884146930322 dr
Drop to Dram Conversion Table
| drop | dram |
|---|---|
| 1 drop | 0.0135256097954 dr |
| 2 drop | 0.0270512195907 dr |
| 3 drop | 0.0405768293861 dr |
| 5 drop | 0.0676280489768 dr |
| 10 drop | 0.135256097954 dr |
| 20 drop | 0.270512195907 dr |
| 50 drop | 0.676280489768 dr |
| 100 drop | 1.35256097954 dr |
| 500 drop | 6.76280489768 dr |
| 1000 drop | 13.5256097954 dr |
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.
Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 drop in dram?
1 drop (drop) = 0.0135256097954 dram (dr).
How do you convert drop to dram?
Multiply the drop value by 0.0135256097954. For example, 25 drop × 0.0135256097954 = 0.338140244884 dr.
What is 10 drop in dram?
10 drop = 0.135256097954 dr.
Which unit is larger, the drop or the dram?
The dram is the larger unit: 1 drop equals only 0.0135256097954 dr.