Convert microliter to cup (UK)
Please provide values below to convert microliter [µL] to cup (UK) [cup (UK)], or Convert cup (UK) to microliter.
How to Convert Microliter to Cup (Uk)
1 µL = 3.51950828245884e-06 cup (UK)
Example: convert 15 µL to cup (UK):
15 µL = 15 × 3.51950828245884e-06 cup (UK) = 5.27926242368826e-05 cup (UK)
Microliter to Cup (Uk) Conversion Table
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Microliter
A microliter (µL) is a unit of volume equal to one millionth of a liter, or 10^-6 liters.
History/Origin
The microliter was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate precise measurement in scientific and medical fields, especially with the advent of micro-scale laboratory techniques.
Current Use
Microliters are commonly used in laboratories for measuring small liquid volumes, such as in chemistry, biology, and medical diagnostics, often in conjunction with micropipettes and microfluidic devices.
Cup (Uk)
A cup (UK) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in cooking, equal to approximately 284.13 milliliters.
History/Origin
The UK cup has origins in traditional British cooking and measurement systems, historically based on the imperial system. Its use has been standardized in culinary contexts over time, though it is less common in official measurement standards today.
Current Use
The UK cup is primarily used in recipes and cooking instructions within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary contexts, often standardized as 284 milliliters for practical purposes.