Convert stere to gallon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert stere [st] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to stere.
How to Convert Stere to Gallon (Uk)
1 st = 219.969248299088 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 st to gal (UK):
15 st = 15 × 219.969248299088 gal (UK) = 3299.53872448632 gal (UK)
Stere to Gallon (Uk) Conversion Table
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Stere
The stere (st) is a unit of volume used to measure large quantities of natural gas or other gases, equivalent to one thousand cubic meters (1,000 m³).
History/Origin
The stere originated in France in the 19th century as a practical unit for measuring natural gas volumes, particularly in the gas industry, and has been adopted in various countries for industrial and commercial purposes.
Current Use
Today, the stere is primarily used in the natural gas industry to quantify large volumes of gas, especially in regions where the metric system is standard, facilitating trade and regulation.
Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.