Convert nanoliter to tablespoon (metric)
Please provide values below to convert nanoliter [nL] to tablespoon (metric) [tbsp (metric)], or Convert tablespoon (metric) to nanoliter.
How to Convert Nanoliter to Tablespoon (Metric)
1 nL = 6.66666666666667e-08 tbsp (metric)
Example: convert 15 nL to tbsp (metric):
15 nL = 15 × 6.66666666666667e-08 tbsp (metric) = 1e-06 tbsp (metric)
Nanoliter to Tablespoon (Metric) Conversion Table
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Nanoliter
A nanoliter (nL) is a unit of volume equal to one billionth of a liter (10^-9 liters).
History/Origin
The nanoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's expansion to include smaller units for scientific and industrial measurements, particularly in fields like biology and chemistry, during the 20th century.
Current Use
Nanoliters are commonly used in laboratories for precise measurements of small liquid volumes, such as in microfluidics, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical research.
Tablespoon (Metric)
A tablespoon (metric) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 15 milliliters.
History/Origin
The tablespoon originated from the traditional use of a tablespoon as a measure of the amount of food that could be held in a typical tablespoon, with standardization occurring in the metric system to ensure consistency across measurements.
Current Use
The metric tablespoon is commonly used in cooking and food preparation to measure ingredients, especially in recipes requiring precise volume measurements.