Convert minim (US) to centiliter
Please provide values below to convert minim (US) [min (US)] to centiliter [cL], or Convert centiliter to minim (US).
How to Convert Minim (Us) to Centiliter
1 min (US) = 0.00616115199 cL
Example: convert 15 min (US) to cL:
15 min (US) = 15 × 0.00616115199 cL = 0.09241727985 cL
Minim (Us) to Centiliter Conversion Table
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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.
Centiliter
A centiliter (cL) is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The centiliter was introduced as part of the metric system to provide convenient subdivisions of the liter, which was established in the late 18th century during the development of the metric system in France.
Current Use
The centiliter is used primarily in countries that utilize the metric system for measuring liquids, such as in beverage labeling, cooking, and scientific contexts, especially in Europe.