Convert megaliter to dekastere
Please provide values below to convert megaliter [ML] to dekastere [das], or Convert dekastere to megaliter.
How to Convert Megaliter to Dekastere
1 ML = 100 das
Example: convert 15 ML to das:
15 ML = 15 × 100 das = 1500 das
Megaliter to Dekastere Conversion Table
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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.
Dekastere
A dekastere (das) is a unit of volume equal to ten liters, primarily used in certain European measurement systems.
History/Origin
The dekastere originated in traditional European measurement systems and was used historically for measuring larger quantities of liquids, especially in trade and agriculture. Its usage has declined with the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the dekastere is rarely used and has been largely replaced by standard metric units such as liters. It may still be encountered in historical contexts or specific regional applications.