Convert liter to cubic meter
Please provide values below to convert liter [L, l] to cubic meter [m^3], or Convert cubic meter to liter.
1 L, l = 0.001 m^3. To convert liter to cubic meter, multiply the value by 0.001; to go the other way, divide by it (1 m^3 = 1000 L, l). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 L, l = 0.001 m^3
- 1 m^3 = 1000 L, l
- 10 L, l = 0.01 m^3
- 100 L, l = 0.1 m^3
How to Convert Liter to Cubic Meter
1 L, l = 0.001 m^3
Example: convert 15 L, l to m^3:
15 L, l = 15 × 0.001 m^3 = 0.015 m^3
Liter to Cubic Meter Conversion Table
| liter | cubic meter |
|---|---|
| 1 L, l | 0.001 m^3 |
| 2 L, l | 0.002 m^3 |
| 3 L, l | 0.003 m^3 |
| 5 L, l | 0.005 m^3 |
| 10 L, l | 0.01 m^3 |
| 20 L, l | 0.02 m^3 |
| 50 L, l | 0.05 m^3 |
| 100 L, l | 0.1 m^3 |
| 500 L, l | 0.5 m^3 |
| 1000 L, l | 1 m^3 |
Liter
The liter (L, l) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter, commonly used to measure liquids and other substances.
History/Origin
The liter was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system, based on the cubic decimeter, and has since become a standard unit of volume worldwide.
Current Use
The liter is widely used in science, industry, and daily life for measuring liquids, beverages, and other fluids, especially in countries using the metric system.
Cubic Meter
A cubic meter (m^3) is the SI unit of volume, representing the volume of a cube with edges one meter long.
History/Origin
The cubic meter was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, based on the meter defined by the wavelength of light in vacuum.
Current Use
The cubic meter is widely used in science, engineering, and industry to measure large volumes of liquids, gases, and solids, especially in contexts like construction, manufacturing, and environmental science.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 liter in cubic meter?
1 liter (L, l) = 0.001 cubic meter (m^3).
How do you convert liter to cubic meter?
Multiply the liter value by 0.001. For example, 25 L, l × 0.001 = 0.025 m^3.
What is 10 liter in cubic meter?
10 L, l = 0.01 m^3.
Which unit is larger, the liter or the cubic meter?
The cubic meter is the larger unit: 1 L, l equals only 0.001 m^3.