Convert milliliter to tun
Please provide values below to convert milliliter [mL] to tun [tun], or Convert tun to milliliter.
How to Convert Milliliter to Tun
1 mL = 1.04830179459728e-06 tun
Example: convert 15 mL to tun:
15 mL = 15 × 1.04830179459728e-06 tun = 1.57245269189592e-05 tun
Milliliter to Tun Conversion Table
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Milliliter
A milliliter (mL) is a unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The milliliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century, aligning with the liter as the base unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
The milliliter is widely used in science, medicine, cooking, and everyday measurements to quantify liquids and small volumes.
Tun
A tun is a large unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, especially wine and other beverages, equivalent to approximately 252 gallons or 954 liters.
History/Origin
The tun originated in medieval Europe as a standard measure for wine and other liquids. Its size varied regionally, but it generally represented a large cask or vessel used in trade and storage during the Middle Ages.
Current Use
Today, the tun is primarily used in historical contexts, wine-making, and in the wine industry to refer to large barrels or casks. It is also used in some scientific and industrial applications related to volume measurement.