Convert ton (short) to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert ton (short) [ton (US)] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to ton (short).
1 ton (US) = 700000 s.ap. To convert ton (short) to scruple (apothecary), multiply the value by 700000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 s.ap = 1.42857142857e-06 ton (US)). 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 ton (US) = 700000 s.ap
- 1 s.ap = 1.42857142857e-06 ton (US)
- 10 ton (US) = 7000000 s.ap
- 100 ton (US) = 70000000 s.ap
How to Convert Ton (Short) to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 ton (US) = 700000 s.ap
Example: convert 15 ton (US) to s.ap:
15 ton (US) = 15 × 700000 s.ap = 10500000 s.ap
Ton (Short) to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
| ton (short) | scruple (apothecary) |
|---|---|
| 1 ton (US) | 700000 s.ap |
| 2 ton (US) | 1400000 s.ap |
| 3 ton (US) | 2100000 s.ap |
| 5 ton (US) | 3500000 s.ap |
| 10 ton (US) | 7000000 s.ap |
| 20 ton (US) | 14000000 s.ap |
| 50 ton (US) | 35000000 s.ap |
| 100 ton (US) | 70000000 s.ap |
| 500 ton (US) | 350000000 s.ap |
| 1000 ton (US) | 700000000 s.ap |
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.
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 ton (short) in scruple (apothecary)?
1 ton (short) (ton (US)) = 700000 scruple (apothecary) (s.ap).
How do you convert ton (short) to scruple (apothecary)?
Multiply the ton (short) value by 700000. For example, 25 ton (US) × 700000 = 17500000 s.ap.
What is 10 ton (short) in scruple (apothecary)?
10 ton (US) = 7000000 s.ap.
Which unit is larger, the ton (short) or the scruple (apothecary)?
The ton (short) is the larger unit: 1 ton (US) = 700000 s.ap.