Convert bekan (Biblical Hebrew) to poundal
Please provide values below to convert bekan (Biblical Hebrew) [bekan (BH)] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to bekan (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) to Poundal
1 bekan (BH) = 0.413149751181109 pdl
Example: convert 15 bekan (BH) to pdl:
15 bekan (BH) = 15 × 0.413149751181109 pdl = 6.19724626771664 pdl
Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) to Poundal Conversion Table
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Bekan (Biblical Hebrew)
The bekan is a historical unit of weight used in Biblical Hebrew, typically measuring a small amount of mass, often associated with precious metals or weights in ancient times.
History/Origin
The bekan originates from ancient Israelite measurements and is referenced in biblical texts. It was used during the period of the Hebrew Bible to denote a standard weight, though its exact value varied over time and context.
Current Use
Today, the bekan is primarily of historical and scholarly interest, with no modern standardization or practical application in contemporary weight measurement systems.
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of one foot per second squared.
History/Origin
The poundal was introduced in the 19th century as part of the FPS system of units, primarily used in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the SI system. It was designed to provide a consistent force unit based on imperial units.
Current Use
Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of historical or specialized engineering contexts. It is mainly referenced for educational purposes or in discussions of imperial units, with the SI unit of force (newton) being the standard.