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]
0.01 kl100 dl
0.1 kl1000 dl
1 kl10000 dl
10 kl100000 dl
50 kl500000 dl
100 kl1000000 dl
1000 kl10000000 dl
10000 kl100000000 dl

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