Convert gallon (UK) to exaliter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to exaliter [EL], or Convert exaliter to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Exaliter
1 gal (UK) = 4.54609e-18 EL
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to EL:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 4.54609e-18 EL = 6.819135e-17 EL
Gallon (Uk) to Exaliter Conversion Table
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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.
Exaliter
An exaliter (EL) is a unit of volume equal to 10^18 liters, used to measure extremely large quantities of liquid.
History/Origin
The exaliter was introduced as part of the metric system's extended prefixes to facilitate measurement of vast volumes, though it is rarely used in practical applications due to its enormous size.
Current Use
The exaliter is primarily used in scientific contexts, such as astrophysics and large-scale environmental studies, where measuring extremely large volumes is necessary.