Centilitre [cl] to Decilitre [dl] Converter
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How to Convert Centilitre to DecilitreDecilitre
1 cl = 0.09999999999999999 dl
1 dl = 10 cl
Example: convert 66 cl to dl:
66 cl = 66 x 0.09999999999999999 = 6.6 dl
Centilitre
Definition: A centilitre (symbol: cL) is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a litre. It is a decimal multiple of the litre, which is the standard unit of volume in the metric system.
History/origin: The centilitre is derived from the litre, which was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system. The prefix 'centi-' denotes one hundredth, reflecting its relationship to the litre.
Current use: Centilitres are commonly used in the beverage industry for measuring small quantities of liquids, such as individual servings of drinks. They are also found in recipes and laboratory settings.
Decilitre
Definition: A decilitre (symbol: dL) is a unit of volume equal to one tenth of a litre. It is a decimal submultiple of the litre, the standard unit of volume in the metric system.
History/origin: The decilitre originates from the metric system, which was established in France in the late 18th century. The prefix 'deci-' indicates one tenth, signifying its fraction relative to the litre.
Current use: Decilitres are frequently employed in European countries in cooking recipes. Also, they're sometimes used in medical contexts for measuring fluids, especially blood, and in scientific experiments when volume is a critical parameter.
Centilitre to Decilitre Conversion Table
Centilitre [cl] | Decilitre [dl] |
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0.01 cl | 0.001 dl |
0.1 cl | 0.01 dl |
1 cl | 0.09999999999999999 dl |
10 cl | 1 dl |
50 cl | 5 dl |
100 cl | 10 dl |
1000 cl | 100 dl |
10000 cl | 1000 dl |
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