Convert exaliter to barrel (UK)
Please provide values below to convert exaliter [EL] to barrel (UK) [bbl (UK)], or Convert barrel (UK) to exaliter.
How to Convert Exaliter to Barrel (Uk)
1 EL = 6.11025689719688e+15 bbl (UK)
Example: convert 15 EL to bbl (UK):
15 EL = 15 × 6.11025689719688e+15 bbl (UK) = 9.16538534579532e+16 bbl (UK)
Exaliter to Barrel (Uk) Conversion Table
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Exaliter
An exaliter (EL) is a unit of volume equal to 10^18 liters, used to measure extremely large quantities of liquid.
History/Origin
The exaliter was introduced as part of the metric system's extended prefixes to facilitate measurement of vast volumes, though it is rarely used in practical applications due to its enormous size.
Current Use
The exaliter is primarily used in scientific contexts, such as astrophysics and large-scale environmental studies, where measuring extremely large volumes is necessary.
Barrel (Uk)
A barrel (UK), symbol bbl (UK), is a unit of volume primarily used to measure liquids such as oil and beer in the United Kingdom, equivalent to 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel has historical origins dating back to the use of wooden barrels for storing and transporting liquids. Its volume varied regionally, but the UK barrel was standardized over time to approximately 159 liters, especially for measuring beer and other liquids.
Current Use
Today, the UK barrel (bbl UK) is used mainly in the brewing industry and for measuring certain liquids, though the standard barrel is more commonly associated with the US measurement system. It remains a traditional unit within specific contexts like brewing and historical references.