Convert fluid ounce (US) to dram
Please provide values below to convert fluid ounce (US) [fl oz (US)] to dram [dr], or Convert dram to fluid ounce (US).
How to Convert Fluid Ounce (Us) to Dram
1 fl oz (US) = 8.00000054102439 dr
Example: convert 15 fl oz (US) to dr:
15 fl oz (US) = 15 × 8.00000054102439 dr = 120.000008115366 dr
Fluid Ounce (Us) to Dram Conversion Table
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Fluid Ounce (Us)
A fluid ounce (US) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the United States to measure liquids, equivalent to approximately 29.5735 milliliters.
History/Origin
The fluid ounce originated from the imperial system and was adopted in the US as a customary unit for liquid measurements. Its size has varied historically, but the US fluid ounce has been standardized since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US fluid ounce is commonly used in recipes, food labeling, and beverage measurements within the United States. It is part of the customary measurement system and is used in various industries to specify liquid quantities.
Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.