Convert picoliter to teaspoon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert picoliter [pL] to teaspoon (UK) [tsp (UK)], or Convert teaspoon (UK) to picoliter.
How to Convert Picoliter to Teaspoon (Uk)
1 pL = 1.68936383288272e-10 tsp (UK)
Example: convert 15 pL to tsp (UK):
15 pL = 15 × 1.68936383288272e-10 tsp (UK) = 2.53404574932409e-09 tsp (UK)
Picoliter to Teaspoon (Uk) Conversion Table
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Picoliter
A picoliter (pL) is a unit of volume equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of a liter.
History/Origin
The picoliter was introduced as part of the metric system's effort to create smaller units for measuring very small volumes, especially in scientific and technological fields, during the late 20th century.
Current Use
Picoliters are commonly used in fields such as biochemistry, molecular biology, and microfluidics to measure tiny liquid volumes, such as in DNA analysis, microarray experiments, and lab-on-a-chip devices.
Teaspoon (Uk)
A teaspoon (UK) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in cooking, equivalent to approximately 5.92 milliliters.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated as a small spoon used for stirring tea and measuring ingredients. Its standardized volume has varied historically, but the UK teaspoon is now defined as 5.92 ml, aligning with metric standards.
Current Use
The UK teaspoon is commonly used in recipes and cooking measurements within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary instructions.