Convert liter to exaliter
Please provide values below to convert liter [L, l] to exaliter [EL], or Convert exaliter to liter.
How to Convert Liter to Exaliter
1 L, l = 1e-18 EL
Example: convert 15 L, l to EL:
15 L, l = 15 × 1e-18 EL = 1.5e-17 EL
Liter to Exaliter Conversion Table
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Liter
The liter (L, l) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter, commonly used to measure liquids and other substances.
History/Origin
The liter was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system, based on the cubic decimeter, and has since become a standard unit of volume worldwide.
Current Use
The liter is widely used in science, industry, and daily life for measuring liquids, beverages, and other fluids, especially in countries using the metric system.
Exaliter
An exaliter (EL) is a unit of volume equal to 10^18 liters, used to measure extremely large quantities of liquid.
History/Origin
The exaliter was introduced as part of the metric system's extended prefixes to facilitate measurement of vast volumes, though it is rarely used in practical applications due to its enormous size.
Current Use
The exaliter is primarily used in scientific contexts, such as astrophysics and large-scale environmental studies, where measuring extremely large volumes is necessary.