Convert dessertspoon (UK) to picoliter
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (UK) [dsp (UK)] to picoliter [pL], or Convert picoliter to dessertspoon (UK).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Uk) to Picoliter
1 dsp (UK) = 11838776000 pL
Example: convert 15 dsp (UK) to pL:
15 dsp (UK) = 15 × 11838776000 pL = 177581640000 pL
Dessertspoon (Uk) to Picoliter Conversion Table
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Dessertspoon (Uk)
A dessertspoon (UK) is a unit of volume traditionally used for measuring ingredients, approximately equal to 10 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a standard measure in the UK for culinary purposes, historically varying between 10 to 15 milliliters, but now generally standardized to about 10 ml for consistency.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (UK) is primarily used in cooking and recipe measurements, especially in the UK, and is part of volume conversions in culinary contexts.
Picoliter
A picoliter (pL) is a unit of volume equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a liter.
History/Origin
The picoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to create smaller units for measuring very small volumes, especially in scientific and technological fields, during the late 20th century.
Current Use
Picoliters are commonly used in fields such as biochemistry, molecular biology, and microfluidics to measure tiny liquid volumes, such as in DNA analysis, microarray experiments, and lab-on-a-chip devices.