Convert microliter to kiloliter
Please provide values below to convert microliter [µL] to kiloliter [kL], or Convert kiloliter to microliter.
How to Convert Microliter to Kiloliter
1 µL = 1e-09 kL
Example: convert 15 µL to kL:
15 µL = 15 × 1e-09 kL = 1.5e-08 kL
Microliter to Kiloliter Conversion Table
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Microliter
A microliter (µL) is a unit of volume equal to one millionth of a liter, or 10^-6 liters.
History/Origin
The microliter was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate precise measurement in scientific and medical fields, especially with the advent of micro-scale laboratory techniques.
Current Use
Microliters are commonly used in laboratories for measuring small liquid volumes, such as in chemistry, biology, and medical diagnostics, often in conjunction with micropipettes and microfluidic devices.
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.