Convert scruple (apothecary) to gigagram
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to gigagram [Gg], or Convert gigagram to scruple (apothecary).
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Gigagram
1 s.ap = 1.2959782e-09 Gg
Example: convert 15 s.ap to Gg:
15 s.ap = 15 × 1.2959782e-09 Gg = 1.9439673e-08 Gg
Scruple (Apothecary) to Gigagram 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.
Gigagram
A gigagram (Gg) is a unit of mass equal to one billion grams or one million kilograms.
History/Origin
The gigagram is part of the metric system, introduced as a standard unit for large masses in scientific and industrial contexts, with its usage becoming more common in the 20th century as measurements for large quantities expanded.
Current Use
Gigagrams are used in fields such as engineering, environmental science, and industry to quantify large masses, including biomass, emissions, and bulk materials.