Compare and convert metric units of volume

Key Notes :

Understanding Metric Units of Volume:

• Metric units of volume include milliliters (mL), liters (L), and kiloliters (kL).
• 1 liter (L) = 1,000 milliliters (mL).
• 1 kiloliter (kL) = 1,000 liters (L).

Converting Between Units:

• To convert from milliliters (mL) to liters (L), divide by 1,000. Example: 500 mL = 0.5 L.
• To convert from liters (L) to milliliters (mL), multiply by 1,000. Example: 2 L = 2,000 mL.
• To convert from kiloliters (kL) to liters (L), multiply by 1,000. Example: 3 kL = 3,000 L.
• To convert from liters (L) to kiloliters (kL), divide by 1,000. Example: 4,000 L = 4 kL.

Comparing Metric Volumes:

• When comparing volumes, larger units (kL) represent bigger amounts than smaller units (mL).
• Example: 2 kL > 2 L and 2 L > 2 mL.

Practical Examples:

• A bottle that holds 1 liter of water is larger than a container that holds 200 milliliters.
• A swimming pool may be measured in kiloliters, while a glass of juice is measured in milliliters.

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