Convert Peck (UK) to Quart dry (US)
Please provide values below to convert Peck (UK) [pk (UK)] to Quart dry (US) [qt dry], or Convert Quart dry (US) to Peck (UK).
How to Convert Peck (Uk) to Quart Dry (Us)
1 pk (UK) = 8.25645394802207 qt dry
Example: convert 15 pk (UK) to qt dry:
15 pk (UK) = 15 × 8.25645394802207 qt dry = 123.846809220331 qt dry
Peck (Uk) to Quart Dry (Us) Conversion Table
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Peck (Uk)
A peck (UK) is a unit of dry volume measurement equal to 8 quarts or approximately 9 liters.
History/Origin
The peck has origins in medieval England and was traditionally used for measuring dry commodities like grains and produce. It was part of the imperial system of units and has been used since the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the peck is largely obsolete in everyday measurement but is still used in some agricultural contexts and for historical reference, particularly in the UK and in traditional recipes.
Quart Dry (Us)
Quart dry (US) is a unit of volume measurement used for dry goods, equivalent to 2 US dry quarts or approximately 1.101 liters.
History/Origin
The quart dry (US) has been used in the United States since the 19th century as a standard measure for dry commodities, originating from the British imperial system and adapted for American use.
Current Use
Today, the quart dry (US) is primarily used in cooking, food industry, and agricultural contexts within the United States to measure dry ingredients and commodities.