Convert minim (US) to gallon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert minim (US) [min (US)] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to minim (US).
How to Convert Minim (Us) to Gallon (Uk)
1 min (US) = 1.35526397189673e-05 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 min (US) to gal (UK):
15 min (US) = 15 × 1.35526397189673e-05 gal (UK) = 0.000203289595784509 gal (UK)
Minim (Us) to Gallon (Uk) 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.
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.