Convert gigaliter to Earth's volume
Please provide values below to convert gigaliter [GL] to Earth's volume [Earth], or Convert Earth's volume to gigaliter.
How to Convert Gigaliter to Earth's Volume
1 GL = 9.23361034164358e-16 Earth
Example: convert 15 GL to Earth:
15 GL = 15 × 9.23361034164358e-16 Earth = 1.38504155124654e-14 Earth
Gigaliter to Earth's Volume 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.
Earth's Volume
Earth's volume is a unit of measurement representing the volume of the planet Earth, approximately 1.08321 × 10^12 cubic kilometers.
History/Origin
The concept of measuring Earth's volume has been developed through geophysical and astronomical studies, with early estimates refined through satellite data and seismic measurements in the 20th century.
Current Use
Earth's volume is primarily used as a reference in scientific contexts, such as planetary science and geophysics, and is not commonly used as a practical measurement unit in everyday applications.