Convert scruple (apothecary) to ton (short)
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to scruple (apothecary).
1 s.ap = 1.42857142857e-06 ton (US). To convert scruple (apothecary) to ton (short), multiply the value by 1.42857142857e-06; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton (US) = 700000 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 = 1.42857142857e-06 ton (US)
- 1 ton (US) = 700000 s.ap
- 10 s.ap = 1.42857142857e-05 ton (US)
- 100 s.ap = 0.000142857142857 ton (US)
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Ton (Short)
1 s.ap = 1.42857142857143e-06 ton (US)
Example: convert 15 s.ap to ton (US):
15 s.ap = 15 × 1.42857142857143e-06 ton (US) = 2.14285714285714e-05 ton (US)
Scruple (Apothecary) to Ton (Short) Conversion Table
| scruple (apothecary) | ton (short) |
|---|---|
| 1 s.ap | 1.42857142857e-06 ton (US) |
| 2 s.ap | 2.85714285714e-06 ton (US) |
| 3 s.ap | 4.28571428571e-06 ton (US) |
| 5 s.ap | 7.14285714286e-06 ton (US) |
| 10 s.ap | 1.42857142857e-05 ton (US) |
| 20 s.ap | 2.85714285714e-05 ton (US) |
| 50 s.ap | 7.14285714286e-05 ton (US) |
| 100 s.ap | 0.000142857142857 ton (US) |
| 500 s.ap | 0.000714285714286 ton (US) |
| 1000 s.ap | 0.00142857142857 ton (US) |
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.
Ton (Short)
A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.
History/Origin
The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.
Current Use
The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 scruple (apothecary) in ton (short)?
1 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap) = 1.42857142857e-06 ton (short) (ton (US)).
How do you convert scruple (apothecary) to ton (short)?
Multiply the scruple (apothecary) value by 1.42857142857e-06. For example, 25 s.ap × 1.42857142857e-06 = 3.57142857143e-05 ton (US).
What is 10 scruple (apothecary) in ton (short)?
10 s.ap = 1.42857142857e-05 ton (US).
Which unit is larger, the scruple (apothecary) or the ton (short)?
The ton (short) is the larger unit: 1 s.ap equals only 1.42857142857e-06 ton (US).