Convert grain to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert grain [gr] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to grain.
1 gr = 0.05 s.ap. To convert grain to scruple (apothecary), multiply the value by 0.05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 s.ap = 20 gr). 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 gr = 0.05 s.ap
- 1 s.ap = 20 gr
- 10 gr = 0.5 s.ap
- 100 gr = 5 s.ap
How to Convert Grain to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 gr = 0.05 s.ap
Example: convert 15 gr to s.ap:
15 gr = 15 × 0.05 s.ap = 0.75 s.ap
Grain to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
| grain | scruple (apothecary) |
|---|---|
| 1 gr | 0.05 s.ap |
| 2 gr | 0.1 s.ap |
| 3 gr | 0.15 s.ap |
| 5 gr | 0.25 s.ap |
| 10 gr | 0.5 s.ap |
| 20 gr | 1 s.ap |
| 50 gr | 2.5 s.ap |
| 100 gr | 5 s.ap |
| 500 gr | 25 s.ap |
| 1000 gr | 50 s.ap |
Grain
A grain is a unit of mass traditionally used to measure small quantities, primarily in the context of precious metals, pharmaceuticals, and firearms.
History/Origin
The grain dates back to ancient times and was originally based on the weight of a single seed of a cereal grain, such as barley. It has been used since the Middle Ages and was standardized in the apothecaries' system.
Current Use
Today, the grain is mainly used in the measurement of bullets, gunpowder, and precious metals, and is recognized as a unit of mass in the apothecaries' system, although it has largely been replaced by grams in most contexts.
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 grain in scruple (apothecary)?
1 grain (gr) = 0.05 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap).
How do you convert grain to scruple (apothecary)?
Multiply the grain value by 0.05. For example, 25 gr × 0.05 = 1.25 s.ap.
What is 10 grain in scruple (apothecary)?
10 gr = 0.5 s.ap.
Which unit is larger, the grain or the scruple (apothecary)?
The scruple (apothecary) is the larger unit: 1 gr equals only 0.05 s.ap.