Convert scruple (apothecary) to quarter (UK)
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to quarter (UK) [qr (UK)], or Convert quarter (UK) to scruple (apothecary).
1 s.ap = 0.000102040816327 qr (UK). To convert scruple (apothecary) to quarter (UK), multiply the value by 0.000102040816327; to go the other way, divide by it (1 qr (UK) = 9800 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 = 0.000102040816327 qr (UK)
- 1 qr (UK) = 9800 s.ap
- 10 s.ap = 0.00102040816327 qr (UK)
- 100 s.ap = 0.0102040816327 qr (UK)
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Quarter (Uk)
1 s.ap = 0.000102040816326531 qr (UK)
Example: convert 15 s.ap to qr (UK):
15 s.ap = 15 × 0.000102040816326531 qr (UK) = 0.00153061224489796 qr (UK)
Scruple (Apothecary) to Quarter (Uk) Conversion Table
| scruple (apothecary) | quarter (UK) |
|---|---|
| 1 s.ap | 0.000102040816327 qr (UK) |
| 2 s.ap | 0.000204081632653 qr (UK) |
| 3 s.ap | 0.00030612244898 qr (UK) |
| 5 s.ap | 0.000510204081633 qr (UK) |
| 10 s.ap | 0.00102040816327 qr (UK) |
| 20 s.ap | 0.00204081632653 qr (UK) |
| 50 s.ap | 0.00510204081633 qr (UK) |
| 100 s.ap | 0.0102040816327 qr (UK) |
| 500 s.ap | 0.0510204081633 qr (UK) |
| 1000 s.ap | 0.102040816327 qr (UK) |
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.
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 scruple (apothecary) in quarter (UK)?
1 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap) = 0.000102040816327 quarter (UK) (qr (UK)).
How do you convert scruple (apothecary) to quarter (UK)?
Multiply the scruple (apothecary) value by 0.000102040816327. For example, 25 s.ap × 0.000102040816327 = 0.00255102040816 qr (UK).
What is 10 scruple (apothecary) in quarter (UK)?
10 s.ap = 0.00102040816327 qr (UK).
Which unit is larger, the scruple (apothecary) or the quarter (UK)?
The quarter (UK) is the larger unit: 1 s.ap equals only 0.000102040816327 qr (UK).