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1 pint (pt) = 473176.473 microliter (µl). Pint (pt) is a unit of Volume used in Cooking system. Microliter (µl) is a unit of Volume used in Metric system.

Pints: A Unit of Volume

Pints are a unit of volume that are used to measure liquids, such as water, milk, beer, cider, etc. They are also used to measure some dry goods, such as flour, sugar, rice, etc. They are different from cups, which are a smaller unit of volume. They are also different from liters, which are a larger unit of volume. They are also different from barrel of oil equivalent (BOE), which is a unit of energy based on the approximate energy released by burning one barrel of crude oil.

Definition of Pints

A pint is defined as a unit of volume or capacity in both the imperial and United States customary measurement systems. However, the size of a pint varies depending on the type of pint used:

• A UK pint is equal to one eighth of a UK gallon in the imperial system of measurement. It is equivalent to 20 fluid ounces or 4 gills in the imperial system. A UK pint is also equal to 0.568 liters or 0.473 US liquid pints in the metric system.
• A US liquid pint is equal to one eighth of a US liquid gallon in the US customary system of measurement. It is equivalent to 16 fluid ounces or 2 cups in the US customary system. A US liquid pint is also equal to 0.473 liters or 0.833 UK pints in the metric system.
• A US dry pint is equal to one eighth of a US dry gallon in the US customary system of measurement. It is equivalent to 18.6 fluid ounces or 2.327 cups in the US customary system. A US dry pint is also equal to 0.551 liters or 0.969 UK pints in the metric system.

History of Pints

The origin of the term pint as a unit of measure is uncertain, but it may have derived from the Old French word pinte, which means a measure or quantity. Pints have been used since ancient times to store and transport various liquids and dry goods. The size and shape of pints varied depending on the type and quantity of the goods, the availability of materials, and the customs of different regions and countries.

The use of pints as a unit of measure dates back to the medieval times, when the European system of measurement was established. The standard size of these pints was based on the wine gallon, which was originally defined as the volume of eight pounds of wine at 62 °F. The pint was convenient for measuring and dividing smaller amounts of liquids and dry goods.

The use of pints as a unit of measure continued until the 20th century, when the metric system of measurement was adopted in most countries. The pint was gradually replaced by units such as liters, grams, etc. However, some countries and regions still use pints for certain types of liquids and dry goods, especially in the United States and the United Kingdom and Ireland and some Commonwealth nations.

How to Convert Pints

To convert pints to other units of volume, one can use the following formulas:

• To convert UK pints to liters: multiply by 0.568

• To convert UK pints to cubic inches: multiply by 34.677

• To convert UK pints to fluid ounces: multiply by 20

• To convert UK pints to US liquid pints: multiply by 0.473

• To convert UK pints to BOE: divide by 35

• To convert US liquid pints to liters: multiply by 0.473

• To convert US liquid pints to cubic inches: multiply by 28.875

• To convert US liquid pints to fluid ounces: multiply by 16

• To convert US liquid pints to UK pints: multiply by 2.113

• To convert US liquid pints to BOE: divide by 6

• To convert US dry pints to liters: multiply by 0.551

• To convert US dry pints to cubic inches: multiply by 33.6

• To convert US dry pints to fluid ounces: multiply by 18.6

• To convert US dry pints to UK pints: multiply by 1.032

• To convert US dry pints to BOE: divide by 5.5

Where Pints are Used

Pints are mainly used in some countries and regions that use the imperial system or the US customary system of measurement. They are often used for measuring and adding liquids such as water, milk, beer, cider, etc., and dry goods such as flour, sugar, rice, etc., to recipes.

In some countries that use the metric system of measurement, such as Canada and Australia, pints are not commonly used or recognized. Instead, they use units such as liters, grams, etc.

Example Conversions of Pints to Other Units

Here are some examples of converting pints to other units of volume:

• 1 UK pint = 0.568 liters

• 2 UK pints = 69.354 cubic inches

• 3 UK pints = 60 fluid ounces

• 4 UK pints = 1.892 US liquid pints

• 5 UK pints = 0.143 BOE

• 1 US liquid pint = 0.473 liters

• 2 US liquid pints = 57.75 cubic inches

• 3 US liquid pints = 48 fluid ounces

• 4 US liquid pints = 8.452 UK pints

• 5 US liquid pints = 0.833 BOE

• 1 US dry pint = 0.551 liters

• 2 US dry pints = 67.2 cubic inches

• 3 US dry pints = 55.8 fluid ounces

• 4 US dry pints = 4.128 UK pints

• 5 US dry pints = 0.909 BOE.

Microliters - A Unit of Volume

Definition of the Microliter

A microliter (symbol μl or μL) is a unit of volume that corresponds to one millionth of a liter (0.000001 liter) or one cubic millimeter (0.001 milliliter). It is a unit of volume in the metric system, which is based on the meter as the base unit of length.

One microliter is equal to 0.000000001 cubic meters, 0.00006102374 cubic inches, or 0.000000264172 gallons.

History of the Microliter

The microliter is derived from the liter, which is a unit of volume that was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system. The liter was defined as one cubic decimeter (0.1 meter) in length, width, and height. The liter was later redefined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water at its maximum density and standard atmospheric pressure. The current definition of the liter, adopted in 1964, is based on the cubic meter, which is defined as the volume of a cube with sides of one meter in length.

The microliter was first used as a unit of volume for measuring very small amounts of liquids and gases, such as medicine, perfume, ink, and blood. The microliter was also used for measuring some solids, such as sugar, salt, and flour. The microliter was adopted as a standard unit of measure in many countries that use the metric system, such as France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Sweden.

How to Convert Microliters

To convert microliters to other units of volume, you need to multiply or divide by the appropriate conversion factor. Here are some common conversion factors and examples:

• To convert microliters to cubic meters, multiply by 0.000000001.
  • Example: 2 μl × 0.000000001 = 0.000000002 m3
• To convert microliters to cubic inches, multiply by 0.00006102374.
  • Example: 2 μl × 0.00006102374 = 0.00012204748 in3
• To convert microliters to milliliters or liters, multiply by 0.001 or divide by 1000000 respectively.
  • Example: 2 μl × 0.001 = 0.002 mL or 2 μl ÷ 1000000 = 0.000002 L
• To convert microliters to gallons (US liquid), multiply by 0.000000264172.
  • Example: 2 μl × 0.000000264172 = 0.000000528344 gal
• To convert microliters to bushels (US), multiply by 0.00000002837825.
  • Example: 2 μl × 0.00000002837825 = 0.0000000567565 bu
• To convert microliters to barrels (oil), multiply by 0.00000000628981.
  • Example: 2 μl × 0.00000000628981 = 0.00000001257962 bbl

To convert other units of volume to microliters, you need to divide by the appropriate conversion factor. Here are some common conversion factors and examples:

• To convert cubic meters to microliters, divide by 0.000000001.
  • Example: 0.000000002 m3 ÷ 0.000000001 = 2 μl
• To convert cubic inches to microliters, divide by 0.00006102374.
  • Example: 0.00012204748 in3 ÷ 0.00006102374 = 2 μl
• To convert milliliters or liters to microliters, divide by 0.001 or multiply by 1000000 respectively.
  • Example: 0.002 mL ÷ 0.001 = 2 μl or 0.000002 L × 1000000 = 2 μl
• To convert gallons (US liquid) to microliters, divide by 0.000000264172.
  • Example: 0.000000528344 gal ÷ 0.000000264172 = 2 μl
• To convert bushels (US) to microliters, divide by 0.00000002837825.
  • Example: 0.0000000567565 bu ÷ 0.00000002837825 = 2 μl
• To convert barrels (oil) to microliters, divide by 0.00000000628981.
  • Example: 0.00000001257962 bbl ÷ 0.00000000628981 = 2 μl

Where Microliters are Used

Microliters are used for measuring various materials and substances in different countries and applications.

Some examples are:

• In many countries that use the metric system, microliters are used for measuring very small amounts of liquids and gases, such as medicine, perfume, ink, and blood.
• In some countries that use the imperial system, such as the United States and Canada, microliters are used for measuring some liquids and gases, such as medicine, perfume, ink, and blood.
• In the medical industry, microliters are used for measuring blood volume, urine output, and intravenous fluid administration.
• In the scientific industry, microliters are used for measuring chemical solutions, reactions, and concentrations.
• In the engineering industry, microliters are used for measuring the dimensions of small parts and components.

Example Conversions of Microliters to Other Units

Here are some example conversions of microliters to other units of volume:

• 1 μl = 0.000000001 m3
• 1 μl = 0.00006102374 in3
• 1 μl = 0.001 mL or 0.000001 L
• 1 μl = 0.000000264172 gal
• 1 μl = 0.00000002837825 bu
• 1 μl = 0.00000000628981 bbl