Convert cup (metric) to nanoliter
Please provide values below to convert cup (metric) [cup (metric)] to nanoliter [nL], or Convert nanoliter to cup (metric).
How to Convert Cup (Metric) to Nanoliter
1 cup (metric) = 250000000 nL
Example: convert 15 cup (metric) to nL:
15 cup (metric) = 15 × 250000000 nL = 3750000000 nL
Cup (Metric) to Nanoliter Conversion Table
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Cup (Metric)
A metric cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 250 milliliters.
History/Origin
The metric cup was introduced as part of the metric system to standardize volume measurements, replacing various traditional cups used in different regions.
Current Use
The metric cup is commonly used in cooking and baking in countries adopting the metric system, especially in recipes and food labeling.
Nanoliter
A nanoliter (nL) is a unit of volume equal to one billionth of a liter (10^-9 liters).
History/Origin
The nanoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's expansion to include smaller units for scientific and industrial measurements, particularly in fields like biology and chemistry, during the 20th century.
Current Use
Nanoliters are commonly used in laboratories for precise measurements of small liquid volumes, such as in microfluidics, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical research.