Convert deciliter to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert deciliter [dL] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to deciliter.
How to Convert Deciliter to Gallon (Us)
1 dL = 0.0264172052358148 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 dL to gal (US):
15 dL = 15 × 0.0264172052358148 gal (US) = 0.396258078537223 gal (US)
Deciliter to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.
Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.