Gallon (Imperial): unit of volume in the imperial system of measurement, historically used in the United Kingdom and its former colonies. The imperial gallon is approximately 20% larger than the U.S. gallon and is equal to 4,546.09 milliliters.
Relation to Other Imperial Units:
Interesting Facts:
It is commonly abbreviated as "c" or "cup" and is equal 250 milliliters 0.25 litters. In some countries (i.e. Japan, The Netherlands) cup's volume is slightly different.
Relation to Other Imperial Units:
- 1 gallon = 4 quarts.
- 1 gallon = 8 pints.
- 1 gallon = 32 gills.
- 1 gallon = 277.42 cubic inches.
Interesting Facts:
- The term "gallon" comes from the Old Northern French word galon, meaning "a liquid measure".
- 1 imperial gallon of water weighs approximately 10 pounds, making it a handy reference for historical trade.
It is commonly abbreviated as "c" or "cup" and is equal 250 milliliters 0.25 litters. In some countries (i.e. Japan, The Netherlands) cup's volume is slightly different.
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