Convert gallon (UK) to cubic millimeter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to cubic millimeter [mm^3], or Convert cubic millimeter to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Cubic Millimeter
1 gal (UK) = 4546090 mm^3
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to mm^3:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 4546090 mm^3 = 68191350 mm^3
Gallon (Uk) to Cubic Millimeter Conversion Table
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Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.
Cubic Millimeter
A cubic millimeter (mm^3) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube measuring 1 millimeter on each side.
History/Origin
The cubic millimeter has been used in scientific and engineering contexts for precise measurements of small volumes, especially in fields like biology and materials science, as a subdivision of the cubic centimeter and cubic meter units.
Current Use
It is currently used in scientific research, medical measurements, and engineering to quantify small volumes accurately, particularly in microscopy, microfluidics, and material testing.