Convert gigaliter to cor (Biblical)
Please provide values below to convert gigaliter [GL] to cor (Biblical) [cor], or Convert cor (Biblical) to gigaliter.
How to Convert Gigaliter to Cor (Biblical)
1 GL = 4545454.54545455 cor
Example: convert 15 GL to cor:
15 GL = 15 × 4545454.54545455 cor = 68181818.1818182 cor
Gigaliter to Cor (Biblical) Conversion Table
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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.
Cor (Biblical)
The cor is an ancient biblical unit of volume used to measure dry goods, equivalent to approximately 10 ephahs or about 10.3 liters.
History/Origin
The cor originates from biblical times and was used in ancient Israelite measurements. It appears in the Hebrew Bible as a measure for grain and other dry commodities, reflecting the agricultural practices of the period.
Current Use
Today, the cor is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with no modern standard equivalent. It is used in biblical studies and historical research to understand ancient measurements and contexts.