Convert minim (UK) to cord
Please provide values below to convert minim (UK) [min (UK)] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to minim (UK).
How to Convert Minim (Uk) to Cord
1 min (UK) = 1.63313449483787e-08 cd
Example: convert 15 min (UK) to cd:
15 min (UK) = 15 × 1.63313449483787e-08 cd = 2.44970174225681e-07 cd
Minim (Uk) to Cord Conversion Table
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Minim (Uk)
A minim is a traditional unit of volume used in the UK, equivalent to one-eighth of a fluid dram or approximately 0.0616 milliliters.
History/Origin
The minim originated in the apothecaries' system of measurement, dating back to the 19th century, primarily used for measuring small quantities of liquids in pharmacy and medicine.
Current Use
Today, the minim is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or specialized contexts; modern measurements favor metric units, but it may still appear in historical references or vintage recipes.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.