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To convert from Megaliter (Ml) to Gallon (gal), use the following formula:
With is the ratio between the base units Fluid Ounce (fl-oz) and Liter (l).
Let's convert 5 Megaliter (Ml) to Gallon (gal).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Megaliter (Ml) is equal to Gallon (gal).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Megaliter (Ml) to Gallon (gal):
| Megaliters | Gallons |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 Ml | gal |
| 0.001 Ml | gal |
| 0.1 Ml | gal |
| 1 Ml | gal |
| 2 Ml | gal |
| 3 Ml | gal |
| 4 Ml | gal |
| 5 Ml | gal |
| 6 Ml | gal |
| 7 Ml | gal |
| 8 Ml | gal |
| 9 Ml | gal |
| 10 Ml | gal |
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| 30 Ml | gal |
| 40 Ml | gal |
| 50 Ml | gal |
| 100 Ml | gal |
| 1000 Ml | gal |
| 10000 Ml | gal |
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A megaliter (ML) is a metric unit of volume equal to one million liters (106 L).
It's a huge measurement used for tracking large quantities of liquids, especially water.
Key Takeaways:
To understand the sheer size of a megaliter, it helps to picture an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
A standard Olympic pool (50m long, 25m wide, 2m deep) holds about 2.5 megaliters of water.
This means one megaliter would fill about 40% of such a pool. This comparison makes it easier to grasp the accurate scale of this massive unit.
Because it's so large, the megaliter isn't used for everyday measurements.
Instead, it's essential in large-scale industrial and environmental contexts, especially in water resource management.
Professionals use megaliters to:
In science and engineering, you often need to convert between units. Luckily, the relationship between a megaliter and a cubic meter (m3) is straightforward.
Here's the simple math behind the ML to m3 conversion:
1 ML = 1,000,000 L ÷ 1,000 L/m3 = 1,000 m3
A gallon (gal) is a unit of volume, most commonly associated with the imperial and US customary systems of measurement.
It is equal to 128 Fluid Ounces (fl-oz).
A common point of confusion is the difference between the US gallon and the imperial gallon (used in the UK and other Commonwealth nations).
They are not the same size!
This difference stems from historical definitions that were standardized differently in the US and Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries.
So, if you're comparing fuel efficiency, remember that "miles per gallon" ratings are based on different-sized gallons!
The word "gallon" has a rich history, tracing its roots back through several languages.
It originates from the Old Northern French word galon, which referred to a liquid measure.
This term is believed to have originated from the Gallo-Roman word gallēta, meaning a "pail" or "bucket." The ultimate origin likely goes back to a Celtic word, highlighting the unit's long-standing use in European trade and daily life for centuries.
While we typically associate the gallon with liquids, there is also a US dry gallon.
This unit, not commonly used today, is equivalent to one-eighth of a bushel, or about 4.405 liters. It was historically used to measure dry goods such as grain or fruit.
This is also why the famous "10-gallon hat" is a misnomer; its name doesn't refer to its volume.
Instead, it is thought to originate from the Spanish word galón, meaning "braid," which refers to the braided band on the hat.