Kilolitre [kl] to Decilitre [dl] Converter
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How to Convert Kilolitre to DecilitreDecilitre
1 kl = 10000 dl
1 dl = 0.0001 kl
Example: convert 51 kl to dl:
51 kl = 51 x 10000 = 510000 dl
Kilolitre
Definition: A kilolitre (symbol: kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1000 litres. It is a multiple of the litre, the standard unit of volume in the metric system.
History/origin: The kilolitre is based on the litre, which was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system. The prefix 'kilo-' denotes one thousand, indicating its scale relative to the litre.
Current use: Kilolitres are used to measure large volumes of liquids, such as water in reservoirs, industrial storage tanks, and swimming pools. They are also used for bulk transportation of liquids.
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.
Kilolitre to Decilitre Conversion Table
Kilolitre [kl] | Decilitre [dl] |
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0.01 kl | 100 dl |
0.1 kl | 1000 dl |
1 kl | 10000 dl |
10 kl | 100000 dl |
50 kl | 500000 dl |
100 kl | 1000000 dl |
1000 kl | 10000000 dl |
10000 kl | 100000000 dl |
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