Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to kilopound
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to kilopound [kip], or Convert kilopound to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Kilopound
1 gerah (BH) = 1.25928044160002e-06 kip
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to kip:
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 1.25928044160002e-06 kip = 1.88892066240003e-05 kip
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Kilopound Conversion Table
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Gerah (Biblical Hebrew)
The gerah is a biblical Hebrew unit of weight, traditionally used for measuring small quantities such as precious metals and spices.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Israel, the gerah was used during biblical times as a standard weight unit, often referenced in religious texts and transactions. It is believed to be approximately 0.65 grams.
Current Use
Today, the gerah is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited modern application. It is used in scholarly contexts and for understanding ancient measurements and texts.
Kilopound
A kilopound (kip) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 pounds-force, primarily used in engineering and construction to measure large forces.
History/Origin
The kilopound originated in the United States as a practical unit for expressing large forces in structural engineering, especially in the context of steel and concrete design. It has been in use since the early 20th century as part of customary engineering units.
Current Use
Today, the kip is still used mainly in the United States within civil and structural engineering to specify loads, stresses, and forces in construction projects, particularly for steel and concrete structures.