Convert gallon (US) to megaliter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (US) [gal (US)] to megaliter [ML], or Convert megaliter to gallon (US).
How to Convert Gallon (Us) to Megaliter
1 gal (US) = 3.785411784e-06 ML
Example: convert 15 gal (US) to ML:
15 gal (US) = 15 × 3.785411784e-06 ML = 5.678117676e-05 ML
Gallon (Us) to Megaliter Conversion Table
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Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.
Megaliter
A megaliter (ML) is a unit of volume equal to one million liters.
History/Origin
The megaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a larger unit for measuring large volumes, especially in water management and environmental contexts, following the adoption of the metric system in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Current Use
Megaliters are used today in fields such as hydrology, water resource management, and environmental science to quantify large volumes of liquids, particularly water.