Convert kiloliter to dekaliter
Please provide values below to convert kiloliter [kL] to dekaliter [daL], or Convert dekaliter to kiloliter.
How to Convert Kiloliter to Dekaliter
1 kL = 100 daL
Example: convert 15 kL to daL:
15 kL = 15 × 100 daL = 1500 daL
Kiloliter to Dekaliter Conversion Table
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Kiloliter
A kiloliter (kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1,000 liters.
History/Origin
The kiloliter originated from the metric system as a larger unit for measuring volume, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Kiloliters are used today in fields such as water management, agriculture, and industry to measure large quantities of liquids efficiently.
Dekaliter
A dekaliter (daL) is a unit of volume equal to 10 liters.
History/Origin
The dekaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a decimal multiple of the liter to facilitate larger volume measurements, especially in scientific and industrial contexts.
Current Use
Dekaliter is used in contexts requiring measurement of larger liquid volumes, such as in agriculture, food industry, and scientific research, though it is less common than liters.