Convert fluid ounce (US) to decistere
Please provide values below to convert fluid ounce (US) [fl oz (US)] to decistere [ds], or Convert decistere to fluid ounce (US).
How to Convert Fluid Ounce (Us) to Decistere
1 fl oz (US) = 0.0002957353 ds
Example: convert 15 fl oz (US) to ds:
15 fl oz (US) = 15 × 0.0002957353 ds = 0.0044360295 ds
Fluid Ounce (Us) to Decistere 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.
Decistere
Decistere (ds) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-tenth of a litre, used primarily in some European countries for measuring liquids.
History/Origin
The decistere originated in the metric system as a subunit of the litre, introduced to facilitate smaller volume measurements. Its usage has declined with the standardization of the litre and millilitre units.
Current Use
Today, the decistere is rarely used in everyday measurements but may still appear in historical contexts or specific regional applications within certain European countries.