Convert minim (UK) to cor (Biblical)
Please provide values below to convert minim (UK) [min (UK)] to cor (Biblical) [cor], or Convert cor (Biblical) to minim (UK).
How to Convert Minim (Uk) to Cor (Biblical)
1 min (UK) = 2.69063091818182e-07 cor
Example: convert 15 min (UK) to cor:
15 min (UK) = 15 Γ 2.69063091818182e-07 cor = 4.03594637727273e-06 cor
Minim (Uk) to Cor (Biblical) 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used outside historical or specialized contexts; modern measurements favor metric units, but it may still appear in historical references or vintage recipes.
Cor (Biblical)
The cor is an ancient biblical unit of volume used to measure dry goods, equivalent to approximately 10 ephahs or about 10.3 liters.
History/Origin
The cor originates from biblical times and was used in ancient Israelite measurements. It appears in the Hebrew Bible as a measure for grain and other dry commodities, reflecting the agricultural practices of the period.
Current Use
Today, the cor is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with no modern standard equivalent. It is used in biblical studies and historical research to understand ancient measurements and contexts.