Convert scruple (apothecary) to grain
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to grain [gr], or Convert grain to scruple (apothecary).
1 s.ap = 20 gr. To convert scruple (apothecary) to grain, multiply the value by 20; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gr = 0.05 s.ap). 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 s.ap = 20 gr
- 1 gr = 0.05 s.ap
- 10 s.ap = 200 gr
- 100 s.ap = 2000 gr
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Grain
1 s.ap = 20 gr
Example: convert 15 s.ap to gr:
15 s.ap = 15 × 20 gr = 300 gr
Scruple (Apothecary) to Grain Conversion Table
| scruple (apothecary) | grain |
|---|---|
| 1 s.ap | 20 gr |
| 2 s.ap | 40 gr |
| 3 s.ap | 60 gr |
| 5 s.ap | 100 gr |
| 10 s.ap | 200 gr |
| 20 s.ap | 400 gr |
| 50 s.ap | 1000 gr |
| 100 s.ap | 2000 gr |
| 500 s.ap | 10000 gr |
| 1000 s.ap | 20000 gr |
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.
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and precious metals, and is recognized as a unit of mass in the apothecaries' system, although it has largely been replaced by grams in most contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 scruple (apothecary) in grain?
1 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap) = 20 grain (gr).
How do you convert scruple (apothecary) to grain?
Multiply the scruple (apothecary) value by 20. For example, 25 s.ap × 20 = 500 gr.
What is 10 scruple (apothecary) in grain?
10 s.ap = 200 gr.
Which unit is larger, the scruple (apothecary) or the grain?
The scruple (apothecary) is the larger unit: 1 s.ap = 20 gr.