Convert dekaliter to minim (UK)
Please provide values below to convert dekaliter [daL] to minim (UK) [min (UK)], or Convert minim (UK) to dekaliter.
How to Convert Dekaliter to Minim (Uk)
1 daL = 168936.382717482 min (UK)
Example: convert 15 daL to min (UK):
15 daL = 15 × 168936.382717482 min (UK) = 2534045.74076224 min (UK)
Dekaliter to Minim (Uk) Conversion Table
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Dekaliter
A dekaliter (daL) is a unit of volume equal to 10 liters.
History/Origin
The dekaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a decimal multiple of the liter to facilitate larger volume measurements, especially in scientific and industrial contexts.
Current Use
Dekaliter is used in contexts requiring measurement of larger liquid volumes, such as in agriculture, food industry, and scientific research, though it is less common than liters.
Minim (Uk)
A minim is a traditional unit of volume used in the UK, equivalent to one-eighth of a fluid dram or approximately 0.0616 milliliters.
History/Origin
The minim originated in the apothecaries' system of measurement, dating back to the 19th century, primarily used for measuring small quantities of liquids in pharmacy and medicine.
Current Use
Today, the minim is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or specialized contexts; modern measurements favor metric units, but it may still appear in historical references or vintage recipes.