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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.
Quart (UK)qt
Target UnitThe quart (UK) is a unit of volume in the imperial system, primarily used in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries. Defined as being exactly 1.13652 liters, it is a traditional measurement that holds historical significance. The quart is divided into two pints, and each pint consists of 20 fluid ounces. This unit is commonly used for measuring liquids, particularly in culinary contexts. The quart has its roots in the Latin word 'quartus', meaning 'fourth', reflecting its relation to the gallon, which is also a fourth of a larger volume.
Current Use
Today, the UK quart is primarily used in culinary contexts, particularly for measuring liquid ingredients in recipes. It is also utilized in the beverage industry for serving sizes, especially in pubs and restaurants. While the metric system has largely taken precedence in scientific and commercial contexts, the quart remains familiar to many in the UK, especially for home cooking and traditional recipes. Its continued use reflects a blend of historical significance and practical application.
Fun Fact
The quart is used in both dry and liquid measurements, although it is most commonly associated with liquids.
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Liter
Definition
Metric unit.
Origins & History
SI unit.
Quart (UK)
Definition
Quarter of an Imperial Gallon.
Origins & History
Standard UK measure.
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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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Quart (UK)
volume • Non-SI
Definition
The quart (UK) is a unit of volume in the imperial system, primarily used in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries. Defined as being exactly 1.13652 liters, it is a traditional measurement that holds historical significance. The quart is divided into two pints, and each pint consists of 20 fluid ounces. This unit is commonly used for measuring liquids, particularly in culinary contexts. The quart has its roots in the Latin word 'quartus', meaning 'fourth', reflecting its relation to the gallon, which is also a fourth of a larger volume.
History & Origin
The quart's history dates back to the medieval period, where it emerged as a standard measurement for liquids. The use of quarts can be traced to 14th-century England, where it was defined in relation to the gallon. The UK quart was standardized in the Weights and Measures Act of 1824, which aimed to create a uniform system of measurements across the British Empire. This act established the imperial quart based on specific metric conversions, ensuring consistency in trade and commerce.
Etymology: The term 'quart' is derived from the Latin word 'quartus', meaning 'fourth'. This reflects its status as one-fourth of a gallon, which itself comes from the Old Northern French 'galun'.
Current Use
Today, the UK quart is primarily used in culinary contexts, particularly for measuring liquid ingredients in recipes. It is also utilized in the beverage industry for serving sizes, especially in pubs and restaurants. While the metric system has largely taken precedence in scientific and commercial contexts, the quart remains familiar to many in the UK, especially for home cooking and traditional recipes. Its continued use reflects a blend of historical significance and practical application.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The quart is used in both dry and liquid measurements, although it is most commonly associated with liquids.
- •In the UK, a quart is often used interchangeably with a pint, especially in pubs where beer is served.
- •The UK quart is larger than the US quart, with the US quart measuring approximately 0.946 liters.
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