Convert liter to cubic decimeter
Enter the value to convert from liter to cubic decimeter.
How to Convert Liter to Cubic decimeter
Converting liter to cubic decimeter is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
dm³ = LReverse conversion: Convert cubic decimeter to liter
Comparison: Liter vs Liter-cubic-decimeter
When to Use Each Unit
Liter: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Liter-cubic-decimeter: Primarily used in technical and engineering contexts where the cubic relationship needs emphasis.
Common Conversion Values
- 1 L = 1000 mL
- 1 L = 0.001 m³
- 1 L ≈ 0.264 US gal
- 1 L ≈ 1.057 US qt
About Liter
Definition: The liter (symbol: L) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter. Defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at maximum density.
History: Introduced in 1795 during the French Revolution as part of the metric system. Originally defined as one cubic decimeter, redefined multiple times for precision.
Current Use: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Examples: Beverage bottles: 0.5-2L, car fuel tank: 40-80L, swimming pool: 20,000-100,000L, cooking recipes: 0.1-2L
About Cubic
Definition: The cubic decimeter is metrically equivalent to one liter, representing a cube with sides of one decimeter (10 cm).
History: Original definition of the liter was as one cubic decimeter when the metric system was established.
Current Use: Primarily used in technical and engineering contexts where the cubic relationship needs emphasis.
Examples: Engineering calculations, technical specifications, educational contexts demonstrating metric relationships