Convert picoliter to gigaliter
Please provide values below to convert picoliter [pL] to gigaliter [GL], or Convert gigaliter to picoliter.
How to Convert Picoliter to Gigaliter
1 pL = 1e-21 GL
Example: convert 15 pL to GL:
15 pL = 15 × 1e-21 GL = 1.5e-20 GL
Picoliter to Gigaliter 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.
Gigaliter
A gigaliter (GL) is a unit of volume equal to one billion liters (10^9 liters).
History/Origin
The gigaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a standard unit for large-scale volume measurements, especially in environmental and industrial contexts, following the adoption of the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
Gigaliters are used to measure large quantities of liquids, such as water resources, in environmental studies, water management, and large-scale industrial processes.