Convert gallon (UK) to cord
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Cord
1 gal (UK) = 0.00125424729221206 cd
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to cd:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 0.00125424729221206 cd = 0.0188137093831809 cd
Gallon (Uk) to Cord Conversion Table
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Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.