Convert cubic meter to megaliter
Please provide values below to convert cubic meter [m^3] to megaliter [ML], or Convert megaliter to cubic meter.
How to Convert Cubic Meter to Megaliter
1 m^3 = 0.001 ML
Example: convert 15 m^3 to ML:
15 m^3 = 15 × 0.001 ML = 0.015 ML
Cubic Meter to Megaliter Conversion Table
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Cubic Meter
A cubic meter (m^3) is the SI unit of volume, representing the volume of a cube with edges one meter long.
History/Origin
The cubic meter was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, based on the meter defined by the wavelength of light in vacuum.
Current Use
The cubic meter is widely used in science, engineering, and industry to measure large volumes of liquids, gases, and solids, especially in contexts like construction, manufacturing, and environmental science.
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.