Convert carat to quarter (UK)
Please provide values below to convert carat [car, ct] to quarter (UK) [qr (UK)], or Convert quarter (UK) to carat.
1 car, ct = 1.57473044418e-05 qr (UK). To convert carat to quarter (UK), multiply the value by 1.57473044418e-05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 qr (UK) = 63502.9318 car, ct). Both units measure weight and mass and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 car, ct = 1.57473044418e-05 qr (UK)
- 1 qr (UK) = 63502.9318 car, ct
- 10 car, ct = 0.000157473044418 qr (UK)
- 100 car, ct = 0.00157473044418 qr (UK)
How to Convert Carat to Quarter (Uk)
1 car, ct = 1.5747304441777e-05 qr (UK)
Example: convert 15 car, ct to qr (UK):
15 car, ct = 15 × 1.5747304441777e-05 qr (UK) = 0.000236209566626655 qr (UK)
Carat to Quarter (Uk) Conversion Table
| carat | quarter (UK) |
|---|---|
| 1 car, ct | 1.57473044418e-05 qr (UK) |
| 2 car, ct | 3.14946088836e-05 qr (UK) |
| 3 car, ct | 4.72419133253e-05 qr (UK) |
| 5 car, ct | 7.87365222089e-05 qr (UK) |
| 10 car, ct | 0.000157473044418 qr (UK) |
| 20 car, ct | 0.000314946088836 qr (UK) |
| 50 car, ct | 0.000787365222089 qr (UK) |
| 100 car, ct | 0.00157473044418 qr (UK) |
| 500 car, ct | 0.00787365222089 qr (UK) |
| 1000 car, ct | 0.0157473044418 qr (UK) |
Carat
A carat is a unit of mass used to measure gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
History/Origin
The carat originated from the carob seed, which was historically used as a counterweight in balance scales due to its uniform weight. The term has been used since the 16th century to measure precious stones.
Current Use
Today, the carat is primarily used in the jewelry industry to specify the weight of diamonds and other gemstones, with 1 carat equaling 0.2 grams.
Quarter (Uk)
A quarter (qr) is a traditional unit of weight used in the UK, typically equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight, or 28 pounds (approximately 12.7 kilograms).
History/Origin
The quarter has historical roots in British measurement systems, originating from the need to divide larger weights into manageable parts. It was commonly used in trade and agriculture before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is largely obsolete in official measurement but may still be used informally in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock to denote weight, especially in the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 carat in quarter (UK)?
1 carat (car, ct) = 1.57473044418e-05 quarter (UK) (qr (UK)).
How do you convert carat to quarter (UK)?
Multiply the carat value by 1.57473044418e-05. For example, 25 car, ct × 1.57473044418e-05 = 0.000393682611044 qr (UK).
What is 10 carat in quarter (UK)?
10 car, ct = 0.000157473044418 qr (UK).
Which unit is larger, the carat or the quarter (UK)?
The quarter (UK) is the larger unit: 1 car, ct equals only 1.57473044418e-05 qr (UK).