Convert minim (UK) to decistere
Please provide values below to convert minim (UK) [min (UK)] to decistere [ds], or Convert decistere to minim (UK).
How to Convert Minim (Uk) to Decistere
1 min (UK) = 5.91938802e-07 ds
Example: convert 15 min (UK) to ds:
15 min (UK) = 15 × 5.91938802e-07 ds = 8.87908203e-06 ds
Minim (Uk) to Decistere Conversion Table
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Minim (Uk)
A minim is a traditional unit of volume used in the UK, equivalent to one-eighth of a fluid dram or approximately 0.0616 milliliters.
History/Origin
The minim originated in the apothecaries' system of measurement, dating back to the 19th century, primarily used for measuring small quantities of liquids in pharmacy and medicine.
Current Use
Today, the minim is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or specialized contexts; modern measurements favor metric units, but it may still appear in historical references or vintage recipes.
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.