Weights and Measures

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·            One drop is a measure of uncertain quantity, depending on the nature, viscosity and temperature of the liquid, the shape of the container and the shape of the opening from which the liquid falls.

 

Converting Doses Used Experimentally in Mice to Human Equivalents

Comparing mouse dosages to human dosages based on body weight is misleading, because mice have a much higher metabolic rate than humans.  A more meaningful comparison is based on daily energy (food) intake.  references

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