Convert fluid ounce (US) to tun
Please provide values below to convert fluid ounce (US) [fl oz (US)] to tun [tun], or Convert tun to fluid ounce (US).
How to Convert Fluid Ounce (Us) to Tun
1 fl oz (US) = 3.10019845715764e-05 tun
Example: convert 15 fl oz (US) to tun:
15 fl oz (US) = 15 × 3.10019845715764e-05 tun = 0.000465029768573646 tun
Fluid Ounce (Us) to Tun 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.
Tun
A tun is a large unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, especially wine and other beverages, equivalent to approximately 252 gallons or 954 liters.
History/Origin
The tun originated in medieval Europe as a standard measure for wine and other liquids. Its size varied regionally, but it generally represented a large cask or vessel used in trade and storage during the Middle Ages.
Current Use
Today, the tun is primarily used in historical contexts, wine-making, and in the wine industry to refer to large barrels or casks. It is also used in some scientific and industrial applications related to volume measurement.