Convert picoliter to dessertspoon (US)
Please provide values below to convert picoliter [pL] to dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)], or Convert dessertspoon (US) to picoliter.
How to Convert Picoliter to Dessertspoon (Us)
1 pL = 1.01442070034997e-10 dsp (US)
Example: convert 15 pL to dsp (US):
15 pL = 15 × 1.01442070034997e-10 dsp (US) = 1.52163105052495e-09 dsp (US)
Picoliter to Dessertspoon (Us) Conversion Table
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Picoliter
A picoliter (pL) is a unit of volume equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a liter.
History/Origin
The picoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to create smaller units for measuring very small volumes, especially in scientific and technological fields, during the late 20th century.
Current Use
Picoliters are commonly used in fields such as biochemistry, molecular biology, and microfluidics to measure tiny liquid volumes, such as in DNA analysis, microarray experiments, and lab-on-a-chip devices.
Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.