Convert nanoliter to kiloliter
Please provide values below to convert nanoliter [nL] to kiloliter [kL], or Convert kiloliter to nanoliter.
How to Convert Nanoliter to Kiloliter
1 nL = 1e-12 kL
Example: convert 15 nL to kL:
15 nL = 15 × 1e-12 kL = 1.5e-11 kL
Nanoliter to Kiloliter Conversion Table
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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.
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.