Convert scruple (apothecary) to exagram
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to exagram [Eg], or Convert exagram to scruple (apothecary).
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Exagram
1 s.ap = 1.2959782e-18 Eg
Example: convert 15 s.ap to Eg:
15 s.ap = 15 × 1.2959782e-18 Eg = 1.9439673e-17 Eg
Scruple (Apothecary) to Exagram Conversion Table
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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.
Exagram
An exagram (Eg) is a unit of mass equal to 10^18 grams, used to measure extremely large quantities of mass.
History/Origin
The exagram is a relatively recent addition to the metric system, introduced to facilitate the measurement of very large masses in scientific and industrial contexts, aligning with the SI prefixes for large units.
Current Use
Exagrams are primarily used in scientific research, astronomy, and large-scale industrial applications to quantify massive amounts of material or celestial bodies.