Convert scruple (apothecary) to pound
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to pound [lbs], or Convert pound to scruple (apothecary).
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Pound
1 s.ap = 0.00285714285714286 lbs
Example: convert 15 s.ap to lbs:
15 s.ap = 15 × 0.00285714285714286 lbs = 0.0428571428571429 lbs
Scruple (Apothecary) to Pound 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.
Pound
The pound (lbs) is a unit of weight or mass commonly used in the United States and other countries, equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453592 kilograms.
History/Origin
The pound has origins in ancient Roman and Anglo-Saxon systems, evolving over centuries into its current form. It was historically based on various standards, including the Tower pound and the avoirdupois pound, with the latter becoming the standard in most countries.
Current Use
Today, the pound is primarily used in the United States for measuring body weight, food products, and other goods. It remains a standard unit in certain industries and is part of the imperial and US customary measurement systems.