Volume converter: milliliter → liter
Facts about the Milliliter
The milliliter (mL) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter. It’s commonly used in medicine, cooking, and scientific measurements to represent small quantities of liquids, such as doses of medication or ingredients in a recipe.
Facts about the Liter
The liter (L) is a widely used metric unit of volume. Originally defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at 4°C, it is now accepted as equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (cm³) or 1 cubic decimeter (dm³). Liters are used globally for measuring beverages, fuel, and everyday liquids like milk and cleaning products.