Cubic Meter Kilogram Converter
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Cubic Meter Kilogramm³/kg
Source UnitThe cubic meter kilogram is a derived unit of specific volume, defined as the volume occupied by one kilogram of a substance. It is derived from the cubic meter, a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), and the kilogram, the base unit of mass. Specific volume expresses how much space a unit mass of a material occupies, which is crucial in various scientific and engineering applications. This unit is particularly relevant in fields such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science, where understanding the relationship between mass and volume is essential for calculations and design.
Current Use
Cubic meter kilograms are widely used in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences to describe the specific volume of materials, especially gases and liquids. In industries such as HVAC, chemical engineering, and hydrology, this unit helps in designing equipment and understanding fluid dynamics. Specific volume is critical for calculating buoyancy, flow rates, and thermal properties, making it an essential parameter in many scientific and industrial applications.
Fun Fact
The specific volume of gases varies significantly with pressure and temperature, unlike liquids and solids which are generally incompressible.
UK Gallongal (UK)
Target UnitThe UK gallon, also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the UK and a few Commonwealth countries. It is defined as exactly 4.54609 liters. This unit is historically significant as it relates to the volume of a specific quantity of water, specifically defined at a temperature of 62°F. The UK gallon is distinct from the US gallon, which is approximately 3.78541 liters. The UK gallon is often utilized for measuring liquids such as fuel, milk, and beverages.
Current Use
The UK gallon is widely used in the UK for measuring liquid volumes, particularly in the automotive and beverage industries. It remains standard for petrol (gasoline) sales at the pump. Other applications include the measurement of milk and other liquids for consumer sale and industrial processes. While the metric system is predominant, the gallon continues to be utilized in specific contexts, especially in everyday language and trade.
Fun Fact
The UK gallon is larger than the US gallon, by about 20% in volume.
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Cubic Meter Kilogram
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Definition
The cubic meter kilogram is a derived unit of specific volume, defined as the volume occupied by one kilogram of a substance. It is derived from the cubic meter, a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), and the kilogram, the base unit of mass. Specific volume expresses how much space a unit mass of a material occupies, which is crucial in various scientific and engineering applications. This unit is particularly relevant in fields such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science, where understanding the relationship between mass and volume is essential for calculations and design.
History & Origin
The cubic meter as a unit of volume originated from the metric system established in France during the late 18th century, while the kilogram was defined in 1795. The combination of these two units into cubic meter kilograms provides a practical means to quantify specific volume, often used in engineering and scientific contexts. This derived unit reflects the relationship between mass and volume essential to many physical principles, especially in understanding how substances behave under different conditions.
Etymology: The term 'cubic meter' derives from the Latin 'cubus' meaning cube, and 'meter' from Greek 'metron', meaning measure. 'Kilogram' combines 'kilo' (thousand) and 'gram', which is derived from the Greek 'gramma', meaning small weight.
Current Use
Cubic meter kilograms are widely used in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences to describe the specific volume of materials, especially gases and liquids. In industries such as HVAC, chemical engineering, and hydrology, this unit helps in designing equipment and understanding fluid dynamics. Specific volume is critical for calculating buoyancy, flow rates, and thermal properties, making it an essential parameter in many scientific and industrial applications.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The specific volume of gases varies significantly with pressure and temperature, unlike liquids and solids which are generally incompressible.
- •Cubic meter kilograms can help in predicting how a substance will behave in different states, such as gas or liquid.
- •Historically, the kilogram was defined by a physical platinum prototype until the 2019 redefinition based on fundamental physical constants.
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UK Gallon
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Definition
The UK gallon, also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the UK and a few Commonwealth countries. It is defined as exactly 4.54609 liters. This unit is historically significant as it relates to the volume of a specific quantity of water, specifically defined at a temperature of 62°F. The UK gallon is distinct from the US gallon, which is approximately 3.78541 liters. The UK gallon is often utilized for measuring liquids such as fuel, milk, and beverages.
History & Origin
The UK gallon has its roots in the British Imperial System, which was established in the early 19th century for consistency in trade and commerce. The gallon was derived from earlier units such as the wine gallon, defined in the 14th century, which was based on the volume of a specific number of pounds of wine. The need for a standardized unit led to the formal definition of the UK gallon in 1824, aligning it with the imperial system's other volume measurements.
Etymology: The term 'gallon' is derived from the Old French word 'galun', which in turn comes from the Latin 'galeonem', meaning a large vessel or container.
Current Use
The UK gallon is widely used in the UK for measuring liquid volumes, particularly in the automotive and beverage industries. It remains standard for petrol (gasoline) sales at the pump. Other applications include the measurement of milk and other liquids for consumer sale and industrial processes. While the metric system is predominant, the gallon continues to be utilized in specific contexts, especially in everyday language and trade.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The UK gallon is larger than the US gallon, by about 20% in volume.
- •The UK gallon was historically based on the volume of 10 pounds of water.
- •In the UK, fuel prices are often quoted in pounds per gallon, influencing consumer behavior.
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