The milliliter is a small volume unit equal to one thousandth of a liter. It is common in precise liquid measurements.
It became essential in medicine, laboratory work and small-volume handling where finer resolution is needed.
Measurement system: Metric system, accepted with SI. SI equivalent: 1 mL = 0.000001 m³.
Milliliter facts
- Unit name
- Milliliter
- Symbol
- mL
- Category
- Volume
- Measurement system
- Metric system, accepted with SI
- SI equivalent
- 1 mL = 0.000001 m³
- Common uses
- Medicine doses, lab samples and small liquid quantities
Definition of the milliliter
The milliliter is a small volume unit equal to one thousandth of a liter. It is common in precise liquid measurements.
Measurement system and SI relationship
Metric system, accepted with SI
SI equivalent: 1 mL = 0.000001 m³
History of the milliliter
It became essential in medicine, laboratory work and small-volume handling where finer resolution is needed.
Where is the milliliter used?
Medicine doses, lab samples and small liquid quantities