Convert femtoliter to cup (metric)
Please provide values below to convert femtoliter [fL] to cup (metric) [cup (metric)], or Convert cup (metric) to femtoliter.
How to Convert Femtoliter to Cup (Metric)
1 fL = 4e-15 cup (metric)
Example: convert 15 fL to cup (metric):
15 fL = 15 × 4e-15 cup (metric) = 6e-14 cup (metric)
Femtoliter to Cup (Metric) Conversion Table
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Femtoliter
A femtoliter (fL) is a unit of volume equal to 10^-15 liters, used to measure extremely small quantities.
History/Origin
The femtoliter was introduced as part of the SI prefixes for metric units, specifically to quantify very small volumes in scientific research, particularly in biology and chemistry.
Current Use
Femtoliters are commonly used in fields such as cell biology, microfluidics, and nanotechnology to measure tiny volumes like individual cells, droplets, or nanoliter-scale samples.
Cup (Metric)
A metric cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 250 milliliters.
History/Origin
The metric cup was introduced as part of the metric system to standardize volume measurements, replacing various traditional cups used in different regions.
Current Use
The metric cup is commonly used in cooking and baking in countries adopting the metric system, especially in recipes and food labeling.