Convert attoliter to gallon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert attoliter [aL] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to attoliter.
How to Convert Attoliter to Gallon (Uk)
1 aL = 2.19969248299088e-19 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 aL to gal (UK):
15 aL = 15 × 2.19969248299088e-19 gal (UK) = 3.29953872448632e-18 gal (UK)
Attoliter to Gallon (Uk) Conversion Table
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Attoliter
An attoliter (aL) is a unit of volume equal to 10^-18 liters, representing an extremely small volume measurement.
History/Origin
The attoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to create standardized prefixes for very small quantities, following the adoption of the International System of Units (SI). It is derived from the prefix 'atto-' which denotes 10^-18.
Current Use
Attoliters are primarily used in scientific research, particularly in fields like biochemistry and nanotechnology, to measure tiny volumes such as those of individual molecules or small biological samples.
Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.