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LiterL
Source UnitThe liter is a metric unit of volume that is widely used around the world for measuring liquid quantities. One liter is equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (cm³) or 1 cubic decimeter (dm³). It is not part of the International System of Units (SI) but is accepted for use with the SI. The liter is commonly used in many countries for packaging and labeling beverages and other liquid products. It provides a convenient measure for household and industrial liquids, offering a standardized unit that simplifies trade and communication.
Current Use
The liter is extensively used worldwide for measuring volumes of liquids and is a staple in both household and industrial settings. It is used in various industries, including food and beverage, where it is the standard unit for selling drinks and liquid food products. In automotive industries, it measures engine displacements, and in science, it is a common unit for chemical and biological experiments.
Fun Fact
The liter was originally defined based on the mass of water, making it dependent on a physical property.
Barrel (US)bbl
Target UnitThe US barrel (symbol: bbl) is a unit of volume equivalent to 42 US gallons, or approximately 158.987 liters. It is primarily used in the petroleum industry to quantify crude oil and its derivatives. The definition has been standardized to facilitate trade and regulation within the industry, ensuring consistency in measurement across different regions and applications. The barrel's unique volume reflects the historical practices of storage and transport in the oil sector, making it integral to the economics of energy production.
Current Use
The US barrel is predominantly used in the petroleum industry to measure crude oil and natural gas liquids. It serves as a standard unit for production, storage, and transport of oil, facilitating trade and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the barrel is utilized in brewing and beverage industries for measuring large quantities of liquid. Countries like the United States and Canada extensively use the barrel for oil production metrics, while also serving as a basis for pricing oil on international markets.
Fun Fact
The barrel's 42-gallon definition was largely influenced by historical practices in the oil industry and has remained unchanged for over a century.
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Liter
volume • Non-SI
Definition
The liter is a metric unit of volume that is widely used around the world for measuring liquid quantities. One liter is equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (cm³) or 1 cubic decimeter (dm³). It is not part of the International System of Units (SI) but is accepted for use with the SI. The liter is commonly used in many countries for packaging and labeling beverages and other liquid products. It provides a convenient measure for household and industrial liquids, offering a standardized unit that simplifies trade and communication.
History & Origin
The liter originated in France as part of the metric system introduced in 1795. It was defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water at the temperature of its maximum density, which is approximately 4°C. This initial definition linked the liter closely with the gram, a unit of mass. Over time, the definition of the liter evolved to become more precise and independent of a specific substance and temperature.
Etymology: The word 'liter' comes from the French 'litre', which in turn derives from the older term 'litron', a unit in the pre-revolutionary French system.
Current Use
The liter is extensively used worldwide for measuring volumes of liquids and is a staple in both household and industrial settings. It is used in various industries, including food and beverage, where it is the standard unit for selling drinks and liquid food products. In automotive industries, it measures engine displacements, and in science, it is a common unit for chemical and biological experiments.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The liter was originally defined based on the mass of water, making it dependent on a physical property.
- •Although not an SI unit, the liter is accepted for use with the SI and widely used worldwide.
- •In some countries, 'litre' is spelled with a 're', reflecting the British English spelling.
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Barrel (US)
volume • Non-SI
Definition
The US barrel (symbol: bbl) is a unit of volume equivalent to 42 US gallons, or approximately 158.987 liters. It is primarily used in the petroleum industry to quantify crude oil and its derivatives. The definition has been standardized to facilitate trade and regulation within the industry, ensuring consistency in measurement across different regions and applications. The barrel's unique volume reflects the historical practices of storage and transport in the oil sector, making it integral to the economics of energy production.
History & Origin
The barrel as a measurement unit dates back to the early 19th century, emerging from the need to standardize the volume of liquids transported and stored in wooden barrels. Initially, different regions had varying definitions of a barrel based on local customs and the types of products being stored, such as wine or beer. The oil industry later adopted the barrel for crude oil measurement, establishing the 42-gallon standard to unify measures across state lines and facilitate interstate commerce.
Etymology: The term 'barrel' originates from Middle English 'baril' and Old French 'baril', likely derived from the Latin 'baricarius', referring to a cask or container for liquids.
Current Use
The US barrel is predominantly used in the petroleum industry to measure crude oil and natural gas liquids. It serves as a standard unit for production, storage, and transport of oil, facilitating trade and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the barrel is utilized in brewing and beverage industries for measuring large quantities of liquid. Countries like the United States and Canada extensively use the barrel for oil production metrics, while also serving as a basis for pricing oil on international markets.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The barrel's 42-gallon definition was largely influenced by historical practices in the oil industry and has remained unchanged for over a century.
- •The phrase 'barrel of oil' is often used in economic discussions about energy prices, reflecting the significance of this unit in global markets.
- •Interestingly, different types of barrels exist for other liquids, such as the beer barrel, which is typically 31 gallons.
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