Liter (L)

Definition

A liter (L) is a unit of volume in the metric system. It is commonly used to measure liquids.

5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

1. 1 liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters (mL).
2. The symbol for liter is 'L', but it can also be written as 'l'.
3. 1 liter of water has a mass of approximately 1 kilogram (kg) at standard temperature and pressure.
4. Liters are often used in chemistry to measure the volumes of solutions and other liquid substances.
5. The liter is not an SI unit, but it is accepted for use with the International System of Units (SI).

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Related terms

Milliliter:

A milliliter (mL) is equal to one-thousandth of a liter.

Cubic meter: A cubic meter (m^3) is the SI unit for volume and equals 1,000 liters.

Volume:

Volume measures the amount of space that a substance or object occupies.