Centilitre [cl] to Litre [l] Converter
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How to Convert Centilitre to LitreLitre
1 cl = 0.01 l
1 l = 100 cl
Example: convert 24 cl to l:
24 cl = 24 x 0.01 = 0.24 l
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.
Litre
Definition: A litre (symbol: L or l) is a metric unit of volume. It is defined as the volume of one cubic decimetre (dm³), which is 10 cm × 10 cm × 10 cm.
History/origin: The litre was introduced in France in 1795 as one of the new 'republican units of measure' and defined as one cubic decimetre. It has undergone slight revisions in its definition over time.
Current use: The litre is a widely used unit for measuring liquid volume, found in various everyday applications, from beverages and fuels to household products. It is also used extensively in scientific and industrial contexts.
Centilitre to Litre Conversion Table
Centilitre [cl] | Litre [l] |
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0.01 cl | 0.0001 l |
0.1 cl | 0.001 l |
1 cl | 0.01 l |
10 cl | 0.1 l |
50 cl | 0.5 l |
100 cl | 1 l |
1000 cl | 10 l |
10000 cl | 100 l |
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