Question 1

What is a minim?

Accepted Answer

A minim is the smallest traditional liquid measure: 1/60 fluid dram ≈ 0.062 ml. Used in old pharmacy.

Question 2

How many drops in a minim?

Accepted Answer

About 1 drop, though drop size varies. Minims were standardized; drops are not. 1 minim ≈ 0.06 ml.

Question 3

Are US and UK gallons the same?

Accepted Answer

No! US gallon = 3.785 liters. UK (Imperial) gallon = 4.546 liters. UK gallon is about 20% larger. Same applies to pints and fluid ounces.

Question 4

What's the most accurate way to measure volume?

Accepted Answer

For precision: measure by weight and convert using density. For liquids at eye level: read at the bottom of the meniscus curve.

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