Convert gill (UK) to deciliter
Please provide values below to convert gill (UK) [gi (UK)] to deciliter [dL], or Convert deciliter to gill (UK).
How to Convert Gill (Uk) to Deciliter
1 gi (UK) = 1.42065313 dL
Example: convert 15 gi (UK) to dL:
15 gi (UK) = 15 × 1.42065313 dL = 21.30979695 dL
Gill (Uk) to Deciliter Conversion Table
| gill (UK) | deciliter |
|---|
Gill (Uk)
A gill (UK) is a unit of volume equal to one-quarter of a pint, primarily used for measuring liquids such as spirits and milk.
History/Origin
The UK gill originated in the 19th century as part of the imperial measurement system, traditionally used in British households and trade for liquid measurements before metrication.
Current Use
Today, the UK gill is largely obsolete and rarely used in everyday measurements, but it may still be encountered in historical contexts, recipes, or specific legal or traditional settings.
Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.