Techniques: Filtering

January 11th, 2008

Filtering is frequently required for the purpose of obtaining clear fluids, such as infusions, eye-washes, and other medicines; and it is, therefore, highly important to know how to perform this simple operation. First of all take a square piece of white blotting paper, and double it over so as to form an angular cup. Open out this filter paper very carefully, and having placed it in a funnel, moisten it with a little water. Then place the funnel in the neck of the bottle, and pour the liquid gently down the side of the paper, otherwise the fluid is apt to burst the paper.

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Definition: Weights and Measures

January 7th, 2008

Some of the old-time remedies listed here refer to weights and measures which are no longer in regular use. These tables should give you some idea of their equivalents. (Pints, gallons etc. are UK, not US, measures.)

Solid Measures
20 grains are contained in 1 scruple
3 scruples 1 drachm
8 drachms 1 ounce (troy)
12 ounces 1 pound (troy)

Liquid Measures
60 minims are contained in 1 fluid drachm
8 fluid drachms 1 fluid ounce
20 fluid ounces 1 pint
8 pints 1 gallon

Approximations
A tumbler usually contains about 10 ounces
A teacup 6 ounces
A wineglass 2 ounces
2 tablespoons 1 ounce
A tablespoon 4 drachms
A dessertspoon 2 drachms
A teaspoon 1 drachm

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