Convert minim (UK) to gallon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert minim (UK) [min (UK)] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to minim (UK).
How to Convert Minim (Uk) to Gallon (Uk)
1 min (UK) = 1.30208333315003e-05 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 min (UK) to gal (UK):
15 min (UK) = 15 × 1.30208333315003e-05 gal (UK) = 0.000195312499972504 gal (UK)
Minim (Uk) to Gallon (Uk) 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used outside historical or specialized contexts; modern measurements favor metric units, but it may still appear in historical references or vintage recipes.
Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.