Convert microliter to megaliter
Please provide values below to convert microliter [µL] to megaliter [ML], or Convert megaliter to microliter.
How to Convert Microliter to Megaliter
1 µL = 1e-12 ML
Example: convert 15 µL to ML:
15 µL = 15 × 1e-12 ML = 1.5e-11 ML
Microliter to Megaliter Conversion Table
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Microliter
A microliter (µL) is a unit of volume equal to one millionth of a liter, or 10^-6 liters.
History/Origin
The microliter was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate precise measurement in scientific and medical fields, especially with the advent of micro-scale laboratory techniques.
Current Use
Microliters are commonly used in laboratories for measuring small liquid volumes, such as in chemistry, biology, and medical diagnostics, often in conjunction with micropipettes and microfluidic devices.
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.