Definition

A unit of measurement for volume that is equal to one millionth of a liter.

Example

The scientist measured the liquid in microliters for accuracy.

Conversation

Did you know that a microliter is one millionth of a liter?

Really? That's a tiny amount!

Yeah, it's used a lot in labs for measuring small volumes.

That makes sense; I guess precision is key in experiments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Microliter is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "liter" (from Latin "litrum", meaning a measure of volume). The word "microliter" refers to a very small unit of volume, specifically one millionth of a liter.

Memory Tip

Think of 'micro-' meaning small, and 'liter' as a measure of volume. This helps you remember that a microliter is a very small measure of liquid.

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