Convert megaliter to gill (US)
Please provide values below to convert megaliter [ML] to gill (US) [gi], or Convert gill (US) to megaliter.
How to Convert Megaliter to Gill (Us)
1 ML = 8453505.69332619 gi
Example: convert 15 ML to gi:
15 ML = 15 × 8453505.69332619 gi = 126802585.399893 gi
Megaliter to Gill (Us) 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.
Gill (Us)
A gill (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-quarter of a US pint, or 4 US fluid ounces.
History/Origin
The gill originated from the Old French 'gelle' and was historically used in the UK and US for measuring liquids, especially in brewing and cooking. Its usage has declined with the standardization of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the US gill is rarely used in everyday measurement but may still be encountered in historical contexts, traditional recipes, or specific industries like brewing and bartending in the United States.