Convert cubic yard to megaliter
Please provide values below to convert cubic yard [yd^3] to megaliter [ML], or Convert megaliter to cubic yard.
How to Convert Cubic Yard to Megaliter
1 yd^3 = 0.000764554858 ML
Example: convert 15 yd^3 to ML:
15 yd^3 = 15 × 0.000764554858 ML = 0.01146832287 ML
Cubic Yard to Megaliter Conversion Table
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Cubic Yard
A cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one yard (3 feet) in length.
History/Origin
The cubic yard originated from the imperial and US customary measurement systems, primarily used in construction, landscaping, and shipping industries for measuring large volumes of materials.
Current Use
Today, the cubic yard is commonly used in construction, landscaping, and waste management to measure materials like soil, gravel, and debris, and is part of volume conversions in various applications.
Megaliter
A megaliter (ML) is a unit of volume equal to one million liters.
History/Origin
The megaliter is part of the metric system, introduced as a larger unit for measuring large volumes, especially in water management and environmental contexts, following the adoption of the metric system in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Current Use
Megaliters are used today in fields such as hydrology, water resource management, and environmental science to quantify large volumes of liquids, particularly water.