Convert decistere to minim (US)
Please provide values below to convert decistere [ds] to minim (US) [min (US)], or Convert minim (US) to decistere.
How to Convert Decistere to Minim (Us)
1 ds = 1623073.09026473 min (US)
Example: convert 15 ds to min (US):
15 ds = 15 × 1623073.09026473 min (US) = 24346096.353971 min (US)
Decistere to Minim (Us) Conversion Table
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Decistere
Decistere (ds) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-tenth of a litre, used primarily in some European countries for measuring liquids.
History/Origin
The decistere originated in the metric system as a subunit of the litre, introduced to facilitate smaller volume measurements. Its usage has declined with the standardization of the litre and millilitre units.
Current Use
Today, the decistere is rarely used in everyday measurements but may still appear in historical contexts or specific regional applications within certain European countries.
Minim (Us)
The minim (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to one fluid dram or approximately 0.0616115 milliliters.
History/Origin
The minim originated from the apothecary system, where it was used to measure small quantities of liquids, especially in pharmacy and medicine, dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the minim is rarely used outside of specific medical or pharmaceutical contexts, with metric units like milliliters being more common for volume measurement.