Convert gallon (UK) to dekaliter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to dekaliter [daL], or Convert dekaliter to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Dekaliter
1 gal (UK) = 0.454609 daL
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to daL:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 0.454609 daL = 6.819135 daL
Gallon (Uk) to Dekaliter 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.
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.