Convert microliter to dessertspoon (US)
Please provide values below to convert microliter [µL] to dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)], or Convert dessertspoon (US) to microliter.
How to Convert Microliter to Dessertspoon (Us)
1 µL = 0.000101442070034997 dsp (US)
Example: convert 15 µL to dsp (US):
15 µL = 15 × 0.000101442070034997 dsp (US) = 0.00152163105052495 dsp (US)
Microliter to Dessertspoon (Us) Conversion Table
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Microliter
A microliter (µL) is a unit of volume equal to one millionth of a liter, or 10^-6 liters.
History/Origin
The microliter was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate precise measurement in scientific and medical fields, especially with the advent of micro-scale laboratory techniques.
Current Use
Microliters are commonly used in laboratories for measuring small liquid volumes, such as in chemistry, biology, and medical diagnostics, often in conjunction with micropipettes and microfluidic devices.
Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.