Convert gamma to stone (UK)
Please provide values below to convert gamma [gamma] to stone (UK) [st (UK)], or Convert stone (UK) to gamma.
How to Convert Gamma to Stone (Uk)
1 gamma = 1.5747304441777e-10 st (UK)
Example: convert 15 gamma to st (UK):
15 gamma = 15 × 1.5747304441777e-10 st (UK) = 2.36209566626655e-09 st (UK)
Gamma to Stone (Uk) Conversion Table
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Gamma
Gamma is a unit of mass used in the context of the 'Weight and Mass' converter, typically representing a gram or a related measure.
History/Origin
The term 'gamma' originates from the Greek letter gamma, historically used in various scientific contexts to denote small quantities of mass or radiation. Its use as a unit of mass has been more common in older or specialized scientific literature.
Current Use
Today, 'gamma' is rarely used as a standard unit of mass; instead, grams are the standard. However, 'gamma' may still appear in specific scientific fields or historical references related to mass measurement.
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.