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Milliliters to Deciliters Converter

Convert milliliters (mL) to deciliters (dL) with precision. Essential for scaling recipes, medical dosages, and scientific measurements.

Milliliters to Deciliters Conversion Guide

Conversion Formula

Deciliters = Milliliters รท 100

To convert milliliters to deciliters, divide the milliliter value by 100.

Common Conversions

  • 10 mL = 0.1 dL
  • 50 mL = 0.5 dL
  • 100 mL = 1 dL
  • 250 mL = 2.5 dL
  • 500 mL = 5 dL

Applications for mL to dL Conversion

Recipe Conversion

Converting small ingredient measurements to larger, more manageable deciliter units.

Medical Calculations

Healthcare professionals often need to convert between milliliters and deciliters for dosages.

Laboratory Scaling

Scientific experiments require converting small volumes to larger measurement units.

Beverage Production

Food and beverage industry scaling from test batches to production quantities.

Volume Comparison

Milliliters Deciliters Common Use
5 mL 0.05 dL Teaspoon
15 mL 0.15 dL Tablespoon
100 mL 1 dL Small glass
240 mL 2.4 dL Cup
500 mL 5 dL Water bottle

Conversion Tips

Easy Mental Math

Move the decimal point two places to the left to convert mL to dL (divide by 100).

Precision Matters

For medical and scientific applications, maintain precision to at least 2 decimal places.

Recipe Scaling

When scaling recipes up, converting to deciliters can make measurements more manageable.

Measurement Tools

Use graduated cylinders or measuring cups with both mL and dL markings for accuracy.