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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.
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The liter was originally defined based on the mass of water, making it dependent on a physical property.
HectoliterhL
Target UnitA hectoliter (hL) is a metric unit of volume that is equivalent to 100 liters, which is further defined as a cubic decimeter. The hectoliter is commonly used in various fields such as brewing, agriculture, and food production to measure larger volumes of liquid. Its use facilitates the handling and distribution of bulk liquids, ensuring consistency in measurements across different industries. The hectoliter is part of the metric system, which provides a coherent set of units based on powers of ten.
Current Use
The hectoliter is widely used in the brewing industry, where it serves as a standard measurement for beer production. It is also used in agriculture to quantify liquid fertilizers and pesticides, as well as in the food industry for measuring beverages, juices, and oils. Countries that utilize the metric system, particularly in Europe, predominantly use hectoliters for these applications, aiding in consistency and compliance with international standards.
Fun Fact
The hectoliter is equivalent to 26.417 US gallons.
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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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Hectoliter
volume • Non-SI
Definition
A hectoliter (hL) is a metric unit of volume that is equivalent to 100 liters, which is further defined as a cubic decimeter. The hectoliter is commonly used in various fields such as brewing, agriculture, and food production to measure larger volumes of liquid. Its use facilitates the handling and distribution of bulk liquids, ensuring consistency in measurements across different industries. The hectoliter is part of the metric system, which provides a coherent set of units based on powers of ten.
History & Origin
The hectoliter originated in the late 18th century during the French Revolution as part of the metric system's development. As the demand for standardized measurements grew, the hectoliter was established to address the necessity of measuring larger volumes of liquids in a coherent manner. The metric system was designed to be simple and based on decimal multiples, making the hectoliter a logical choice for units of liquid measure.
Etymology: The term 'hectoliter' is derived from the French 'hecto', meaning 'hundred', combined with 'liter', which is from the Greek 'litra', a unit of measure. Therefore, the word literally translates to 'hundred liters'.
Current Use
The hectoliter is widely used in the brewing industry, where it serves as a standard measurement for beer production. It is also used in agriculture to quantify liquid fertilizers and pesticides, as well as in the food industry for measuring beverages, juices, and oils. Countries that utilize the metric system, particularly in Europe, predominantly use hectoliters for these applications, aiding in consistency and compliance with international standards.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The hectoliter is equivalent to 26.417 US gallons.
- •In brewing, a standard barrel is often 1 hectoliter.
- •The hectoliter is frequently used in competitions for measuring the volume of beer produced.
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