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Discover the ease of converting fluid drams (fl dr) to liters (L) with Newtum's reliable Dram to Liter Converter. Get precise measurements in a snap!
A dram is a historical unit of mass that originated from the ancient Greek coin known as 'drachma.' Over time, it evolved into a unit of weight in the apothecaries' system, equivalent to 1/8 of an ounce or 3.88793 grams. Additionally, the fluid dram is a unit of volume used primarily in measuring spirits and apothecaries, equivalent to 1/8 of a fluid ounce or approximately 3.6967 milliliters.
Definition of LiterA liter, symbolized as 'L,' is a metric unit of volume widely used around the world for measuring liquid capacities. It is equivalent to 1 cubic decimeter (dm³), 1,000 cubic centimeters (cm³), or approximately 0.264 gallons. The liter is an SI accepted unit for volume for use with the metric system, which makes it a fundamental unit in the field of science, industry, and commerce.
| Dram (fl dr) | Liter (L) |
|---|---|
| 1 fl dr | 0.0036967 L |
| 10 fl dr | 0.036967 L |
| 20 fl dr | 0.073934 L |
| 30 fl dr | 0.110901 L |
| 40 fl dr | 0.147868 L |
| 50 fl dr | 0.184835 L |
| 60 fl dr | 0.221802 L |
| 70 fl dr | 0.258769 L |
| 80 fl dr | 0.295736 L |
| 90 fl dr | 0.332703 L |
| 100 fl dr | 0.369670 L |
1 fl dr = 0.0036967 L
1 L = 270.51 fl dr
Example 1:
Convert 100 fl dr to L:
100 fl dr = 100 × 0.0036967 L = 0.36967 L
Example 2:
Convert 250 fl dr to L:
250 fl dr = 250 × 0.0036967 L = 0.924175 L
The dram to liter conversion is rooted in the history of trade and pharmacology. Initially, the dram was used to measure small quantities of weight, but with the adoption of the metric system, the liter became the preferred unit of volume. This tool's history showcases the evolution of measurement systems from ancient to modern times.
Envision the convenience of converting small volume units to liters for various practical uses.
Example 1:
To convert 5 fluid drams to liters, you multiply by the conversion factor:
5 fl dr × 0.0036967 L = 0.0184835 L
Example 2:
Converting 20 fluid drams to liters would be:
20 fl dr × 0.0036967 L = 0.073934 L
What is a fluid dram?
A fluid dram is a unit of volume in the apothecaries' system, equivalent to 1/8 of a fluid ounce or approximately 3.6967 milliliters.
How many fluid drams are in a liter?
There are about 270.51 fluid drams in one liter.
Why use a dram to liter converter?
This tool provides quick and accurate conversions for medicinal, culinary, or any other needs that require precise volume measurements.
