Convert stone (UK) to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert stone (UK) [st (UK)] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to stone (UK).
1 st (UK) = 4900 s.ap. To convert stone (UK) to scruple (apothecary), multiply the value by 4900; to go the other way, divide by it (1 s.ap = 0.000204081632653 st (UK)). 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 st (UK) = 4900 s.ap
- 1 s.ap = 0.000204081632653 st (UK)
- 10 st (UK) = 49000 s.ap
- 100 st (UK) = 490000 s.ap
How to Convert Stone (Uk) to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 st (UK) = 4900 s.ap
Example: convert 15 st (UK) to s.ap:
15 st (UK) = 15 × 4900 s.ap = 73500 s.ap
Stone (Uk) to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
| stone (UK) | scruple (apothecary) |
|---|---|
| 1 st (UK) | 4900 s.ap |
| 2 st (UK) | 9800 s.ap |
| 3 st (UK) | 14700 s.ap |
| 5 st (UK) | 24500 s.ap |
| 10 st (UK) | 49000 s.ap |
| 20 st (UK) | 98000 s.ap |
| 50 st (UK) | 245000 s.ap |
| 100 st (UK) | 490000 s.ap |
| 500 st (UK) | 2450000 s.ap |
| 1000 st (UK) | 4900000 s.ap |
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international 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 stone (UK) in scruple (apothecary)?
1 stone (UK) (st (UK)) = 4900 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap).
How do you convert stone (UK) to scruple (apothecary)?
Multiply the stone (UK) value by 4900. For example, 25 st (UK) × 4900 = 122500 s.ap.
What is 10 stone (UK) in scruple (apothecary)?
10 st (UK) = 49000 s.ap.
Which unit is larger, the stone (UK) or the scruple (apothecary)?
The stone (UK) is the larger unit: 1 st (UK) = 4900 s.ap.