Litres per second to Centilitres per second conversion

How to convert litres per second to centilitres per second?

Converting from litres per second (L/s) to centilitres per second (cL/s) involves understanding the relationship between litres and centilitres. Here are the steps to convert:

1. Understanding Litre to Centilitre Conversion:

   • 1 litre (L) = 100 centilitres (cL)

2. Performing the Conversion:

   • To convert from litres per second to centilitres per second, simply multiply the number of litres by 100.
   • For instance, 1 L/s = 1 L/s × 100 cL/L = 100 cL/s

So, 1 litre per second is equivalent to 100 centilitres per second.

Real-World Examples:

1. Water Flow in Household Plumbing:

   • A common kitchen faucet may have a flow rate of around 2 L/s. In centilitres per second, this would be: $2 \, \text{L/s} \times 100 \, \frac{\text{cL}}{\text{L}} = 200 \, \text{cL/s}$

2. Fire Hydrants:

   • A fire hydrant typically delivers water at about 15 L/s. In centilitres per second, this would be: $15 \, \text{L/s} \times 100 \, \frac{\text{cL}}{\text{L}} = 1500 \, \text{cL/s}$

3. Aquarium Pumps:

   • An aquarium pump might pump at a rate of 0.5 L/s. In centilitres per second, this is: $0.5 \, \text{L/s} \times 100 \, \frac{\text{cL}}{\text{L}} = 50 \, \text{cL/s}$

4. Irrigation Systems:

   • A large irrigation system might have a flow rate of 10 L/s. Converting this into centilitres per second: $10 \, \text{L/s} \times 100 \, \frac{\text{cL}}{\text{L}} = 1000 \, \text{cL/s}$

5. Swimming Pool Fill Rate:

   • When filling a swimming pool, the flow rate might be around 5 L/s. In centilitres per second, this would be: $5 \, \text{L/s} \times 100 \, \frac{\text{cL}}{\text{L}} = 500 \, \text{cL/s}$

These examples provide a practical sense of how flow rates measured in litres per second can be substantial when converted into centilitres per second.