Convert cab (Biblical) to barrel (oil)
Please provide values below to convert cab (Biblical) [cab] to barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)], or Convert barrel (oil) to cab (Biblical).
How to Convert Cab (Biblical) to Barrel (Oil)
1 cab = 0.00768754635877511 bbl (oil)
Example: convert 15 cab to bbl (oil):
15 cab = 15 × 0.00768754635877511 bbl (oil) = 0.115313195381627 bbl (oil)
Cab (Biblical) to Barrel (Oil) Conversion Table
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Cab (Biblical)
The cab is an ancient biblical unit of volume used to measure dry or liquid substances, typically associated with small quantities.
History/Origin
The cab originates from biblical times, appearing in ancient Hebrew measurements. It was used in the context of daily life and religious texts, reflecting the measurement practices of the ancient Near East.
Current Use
Today, the cab is largely obsolete and not used in modern measurement systems. It is primarily of historical and biblical interest, referenced in scholarly and religious studies.
Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.