Convert carat to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert carat [car, ct] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to carat.
1 car, ct = 0.154323583529 s.ap. To convert carat to scruple (apothecary), multiply the value by 0.154323583529; to go the other way, divide by it (1 s.ap = 6.479891 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 = 0.154323583529 s.ap
- 1 s.ap = 6.479891 car, ct
- 10 car, ct = 1.54323583529 s.ap
- 100 car, ct = 15.4323583529 s.ap
How to Convert Carat to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 car, ct = 0.154323583529414 s.ap
Example: convert 15 car, ct to s.ap:
15 car, ct = 15 × 0.154323583529414 s.ap = 2.31485375294121 s.ap
Carat to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
| carat | scruple (apothecary) |
|---|---|
| 1 car, ct | 0.154323583529 s.ap |
| 2 car, ct | 0.308647167059 s.ap |
| 3 car, ct | 0.462970750588 s.ap |
| 5 car, ct | 0.771617917647 s.ap |
| 10 car, ct | 1.54323583529 s.ap |
| 20 car, ct | 3.08647167059 s.ap |
| 50 car, ct | 7.71617917647 s.ap |
| 100 car, ct | 15.4323583529 s.ap |
| 500 car, ct | 77.1617917647 s.ap |
| 1000 car, ct | 154.323583529 s.ap |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 carat in scruple (apothecary)?
1 carat (car, ct) = 0.154323583529 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap).
How do you convert carat to scruple (apothecary)?
Multiply the carat value by 0.154323583529. For example, 25 car, ct × 0.154323583529 = 3.85808958824 s.ap.
What is 10 carat in scruple (apothecary)?
10 car, ct = 1.54323583529 s.ap.
Which unit is larger, the carat or the scruple (apothecary)?
The scruple (apothecary) is the larger unit: 1 car, ct equals only 0.154323583529 s.ap.