Convert kiloliter to nanoliter
Please provide values below to convert kiloliter [kL] to nanoliter [nL], or Convert nanoliter to kiloliter.
How to Convert Kiloliter to Nanoliter
1 kL = 1000000000000 nL
Example: convert 15 kL to nL:
15 kL = 15 × 1000000000000 nL = 15000000000000 nL
Kiloliter to Nanoliter Conversion Table
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Kiloliter
A kiloliter (kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1,000 liters.
History/Origin
The kiloliter originated from the metric system as a larger unit for measuring volume, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Kiloliters are used today in fields such as water management, agriculture, and industry to measure large quantities of liquids efficiently.
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.