Convert dekaliter to gigaliter
Please provide values below to convert dekaliter [daL] to gigaliter [GL], or Convert gigaliter to dekaliter.
How to Convert Dekaliter to Gigaliter
1 daL = 1e-08 GL
Example: convert 15 daL to GL:
15 daL = 15 × 1e-08 GL = 1.5e-07 GL
Dekaliter to Gigaliter Conversion Table
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Dekaliter
A dekaliter (daL) is a unit of volume equal to 10 liters.
History/Origin
The dekaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a decimal multiple of the liter to facilitate larger volume measurements, especially in scientific and industrial contexts.
Current Use
Dekaliter is used in contexts requiring measurement of larger liquid volumes, such as in agriculture, food industry, and scientific research, though it is less common than liters.
Gigaliter
A gigaliter (GL) is a unit of volume equal to one billion liters (10^9 liters).
History/Origin
The gigaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a standard unit for large-scale volume measurements, especially in environmental and industrial contexts, following the adoption of the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
Gigaliters are used to measure large quantities of liquids, such as water resources, in environmental studies, water management, and large-scale industrial processes.