Convert decigram to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert decigram [dg] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to decigram.
1 dg = 0.0771617917647 s.ap. To convert decigram to scruple (apothecary), multiply the value by 0.0771617917647; to go the other way, divide by it (1 s.ap = 12.959782 dg). 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 dg = 0.0771617917647 s.ap
- 1 s.ap = 12.959782 dg
- 10 dg = 0.771617917647 s.ap
- 100 dg = 7.71617917647 s.ap
How to Convert Decigram to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 dg = 0.0771617917647072 s.ap
Example: convert 15 dg to s.ap:
15 dg = 15 × 0.0771617917647072 s.ap = 1.15742687647061 s.ap
Decigram to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
| decigram | scruple (apothecary) |
|---|---|
| 1 dg | 0.0771617917647 s.ap |
| 2 dg | 0.154323583529 s.ap |
| 3 dg | 0.231485375294 s.ap |
| 5 dg | 0.385808958824 s.ap |
| 10 dg | 0.771617917647 s.ap |
| 20 dg | 1.54323583529 s.ap |
| 50 dg | 3.85808958824 s.ap |
| 100 dg | 7.71617917647 s.ap |
| 500 dg | 38.5808958824 s.ap |
| 1000 dg | 77.1617917647 s.ap |
Decigram
A decigram (dg) is a unit of mass equal to one-tenth of a gram, or 0.1 grams.
History/Origin
The decigram is part of the metric system, which was developed in France in the late 18th century to standardize measurements. It has been used primarily in scientific and technical contexts to provide precise mass measurements.
Current Use
Decigrams are used in scientific, laboratory, and nutritional contexts where small mass measurements are required, although grams are more commonly used in everyday applications.
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 decigram in scruple (apothecary)?
1 decigram (dg) = 0.0771617917647 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap).
How do you convert decigram to scruple (apothecary)?
Multiply the decigram value by 0.0771617917647. For example, 25 dg × 0.0771617917647 = 1.92904479412 s.ap.
What is 10 decigram in scruple (apothecary)?
10 dg = 0.771617917647 s.ap.
Which unit is larger, the decigram or the scruple (apothecary)?
The scruple (apothecary) is the larger unit: 1 dg equals only 0.0771617917647 s.ap.