dsep

Decimal Separator

In a number, the symbol (typically either “.” or “,”) that marks the boundary between the integral and fractional parts of a decimal number. For example, in “2,543.24”, the “.” is the decimal separator.

Used on Element: <num>

ValueMeaning
Text, numbers, or special characters.The delimiter character that marks the boundary between the integral and fractional parts of a decimal number, typically either “.” or “,
RestrictionThis is an optional attribute; there is no default.

Example 1

Showing a comma as the separator:
...
<p>The method of measurement is the same as that described 
in <xref ref-type="sec" rid="sec_5.2.3.1">5.2.3.1</xref>, 
except that the range of indentation is from 0 mm to 
<num dsep=",">1,8</num> mm.</p>
...  

Example 2

Showing a period as the separator:
... <num dsep=".">1.3</num> mg/mL of amoxicillin and 
<num dsep=".">62.5</num> µL of clavulanic ...