Convert scruple (apothecary) to slug
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to slug [slug], or Convert slug to scruple (apothecary).
1 s.ap = 8.88027147759e-05 slug. To convert scruple (apothecary) to slug, multiply the value by 8.88027147759e-05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 slug = 11260.9169947 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 = 8.88027147759e-05 slug
- 1 slug = 11260.9169947 s.ap
- 10 s.ap = 0.000888027147759 slug
- 100 s.ap = 0.00888027147759 slug
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Slug
1 s.ap = 8.88027147759452e-05 slug
Example: convert 15 s.ap to slug:
15 s.ap = 15 × 8.88027147759452e-05 slug = 0.00133204072163918 slug
Scruple (Apothecary) to Slug Conversion Table
| scruple (apothecary) | slug |
|---|---|
| 1 s.ap | 8.88027147759e-05 slug |
| 2 s.ap | 0.000177605429552 slug |
| 3 s.ap | 0.000266408144328 slug |
| 5 s.ap | 0.00044401357388 slug |
| 10 s.ap | 0.000888027147759 slug |
| 20 s.ap | 0.00177605429552 slug |
| 50 s.ap | 0.0044401357388 slug |
| 100 s.ap | 0.00888027147759 slug |
| 500 s.ap | 0.044401357388 slug |
| 1000 s.ap | 0.0888027147759 slug |
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.
Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 scruple (apothecary) in slug?
1 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap) = 8.88027147759e-05 slug (slug).
How do you convert scruple (apothecary) to slug?
Multiply the scruple (apothecary) value by 8.88027147759e-05. For example, 25 s.ap × 8.88027147759e-05 = 0.0022200678694 slug.
What is 10 scruple (apothecary) in slug?
10 s.ap = 0.000888027147759 slug.
Which unit is larger, the scruple (apothecary) or the slug?
The slug is the larger unit: 1 s.ap equals only 8.88027147759e-05 slug.