Pras (India) (pras) - Unit Information & Conversion
What is a Pras (India)?
Definition
The Pras is an extremely small traditional Indian unit of mass, representing a minute fraction sometimes referenced historically. One Pras is approximately equal to 0.0000027902 grams.
History
Pras belongs to the lower end of the traditional Indian weight system, likely used for theoretical calculations or measuring extremely fine powders or precious substances where incredible precision was notionally required.
Common Uses
- Historical/Theoretical: Unlikely to be used in any practical modern context; primarily of historical or theoretical significance within traditional Indian metrology.
Unit FAQs
How many grams are in one Pras?
One Pras is approximately 0.0000027902 grams (or about 2.79 micrograms).
What was Pras used for?
Likely theoretical or for measuring trace amounts in fields like traditional medicine or alchemy where minute quantities were considered.
Is Pras related to any common units?
It represents a very tiny fraction of more common units like the gram or even the Masha.
Pras (India) Conversion Formulas
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To Quintal:
To Atomic Mass Unit:
To Pavan (India):
To Kati (India):
To Masha (India):
To Dina (India):
To Lota (India):
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