Convert quarter (UK) to slug
Please provide values below to convert quarter (UK) [qr (UK)] to slug [slug], or Convert slug to quarter (UK).
How to Convert Quarter (Uk) to Slug
1 qr (UK) = 0.870266604804263 slug
Example: convert 15 qr (UK) to slug:
15 qr (UK) = 15 × 0.870266604804263 slug = 13.0539990720639 slug
Quarter (Uk) to Slug Conversion Table
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Quarter (Uk)
A quarter (qr) is a traditional unit of weight used in the UK, typically equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight, or 28 pounds (approximately 12.7 kilograms).
History/Origin
The quarter has historical roots in British measurement systems, originating from the need to divide larger weights into manageable parts. It was commonly used in trade and agriculture before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is largely obsolete in official measurement but may still be used informally in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock to denote weight, especially in the UK.
Slug
A slug is a unit of mass primarily used in the imperial system, equal to approximately 32.174 pounds or 14.5939 kilograms.
History/Origin
The slug was introduced in the 19th century as a unit of mass in the imperial system, named after the animal due to its slow movement, and has been used mainly in engineering and physics contexts within the United States.
Current Use
Today, the slug is primarily used in scientific and engineering calculations in the United States, especially in contexts involving imperial units, but it is largely replaced by the kilogram in most applications worldwide.