Convert barrel (oil) to milliliter
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to milliliter [mL], or Convert milliliter to barrel (oil).
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Milliliter
1 bbl (oil) = 158987.2949 mL
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to mL:
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 158987.2949 mL = 2384809.4235 mL
Barrel (Oil) to Milliliter Conversion Table
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Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.
Milliliter
A milliliter (mL) is a unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The milliliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century, aligning with the liter as the base unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
The milliliter is widely used in science, medicine, cooking, and everyday measurements to quantify liquids and small volumes.