Kilolitre [kl] to Cubic meter [m3] Converter

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How to Convert Kilolitre to Cubic meterCubic meter

1 kl = 1 m3
1 m3 = 1 kl

Example: convert 11 kl to m3:
11 kl = 11 x 1 = 11 m3

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.

Cubic meter

Definition: A cubic meter (symbol: m³) is the SI derived unit of volume. It is the volume of a cube with sides one meter in length.

History/origin: The cubic meter is derived from the meter, the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is a fundamental unit for measuring three-dimensional space.

Current use: Cubic meters are used extensively in construction, engineering, and environmental science for measuring volumes of materials like concrete, soil, and air. They are also used in calculating the capacity of large spaces.

Kilolitre to Cubic meter Conversion Table

Kilolitre [kl]Cubic meter [m3]
0.01 kl0.01 m3
0.1 kl0.1 m3
1 kl1 m3
10 kl10 m3
50 kl50 m3
100 kl100 m3
1000 kl1000 m3
10000 kl10000 m3

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