Convert picoliter to pint (UK)
Please provide values below to convert picoliter [pL] to pint (UK) [pt (UK)], or Convert pint (UK) to picoliter.
How to Convert Picoliter to Pint (Uk)
1 pL = 1.75975383155601e-12 pt (UK)
Example: convert 15 pL to pt (UK):
15 pL = 15 × 1.75975383155601e-12 pt (UK) = 2.63963074733402e-11 pt (UK)
Picoliter to Pint (Uk) Conversion Table
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Picoliter
A picoliter (pL) is a unit of volume equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a liter.
History/Origin
The picoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to create smaller units for measuring very small volumes, especially in scientific and technological fields, during the late 20th century.
Current Use
Picoliters are commonly used in fields such as biochemistry, molecular biology, and microfluidics to measure tiny liquid volumes, such as in DNA analysis, microarray experiments, and lab-on-a-chip devices.
Pint (Uk)
The pint (UK) is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 20 imperial fluid ounces or approximately 568.26 milliliters.
History/Origin
The UK pint has origins dating back to the imperial system established in 1824, evolving from earlier measures of liquid volume used in England. It was standardized as part of the imperial system to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
The UK pint is still used today in the United Kingdom for measuring beverages such as beer and milk, as well as in recipes and certain industrial applications. It remains an official unit of volume in the imperial measurement system.