Convert kiloliter to cord
Please provide values below to convert kiloliter [kL] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to kiloliter.
How to Convert Kiloliter to Cord
1 kL = 0.275895834049053 cd
Example: convert 15 kL to cd:
15 kL = 15 × 0.275895834049053 cd = 4.1384375107358 cd
Kiloliter to Cord Conversion Table
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Kiloliter
A kiloliter (kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1,000 liters.
History/Origin
The kiloliter originated from the metric system as a larger unit for measuring volume, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Kiloliters are used today in fields such as water management, agriculture, and industry to measure large quantities of liquids efficiently.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.