Convert fluid ounce (US) to drop
Please provide values below to convert fluid ounce (US) [fl oz (US)] to drop [drop], or Convert drop to fluid ounce (US).
How to Convert Fluid Ounce (Us) to Drop
1 fl oz (US) = 591.4706 drop
Example: convert 15 fl oz (US) to drop:
15 fl oz (US) = 15 × 591.4706 drop = 8872.059 drop
Fluid Ounce (Us) to Drop Conversion Table
| fluid ounce (US) | drop |
|---|
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.
Drop
A drop is a small unit of liquid volume typically used to measure small quantities of liquids, such as medicines or ingredients in cooking.
History/Origin
The concept of a drop as a unit has been used informally for centuries, often based on the amount of liquid dispensed from a dropper or similar device. Its exact volume has varied historically and culturally, but it is generally standardized in modern measurements.
Current Use
The drop is commonly used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cooking to measure small amounts of liquids, with a standard volume approximately equal to 0.05 milliliters.