Hey there! Today, we’re going to learn about changing measurements from litres to gallons. This is especially useful if you’re a gardener who needs to know how much water you’re using for your plants!
Litres and gallons are both ways to measure liquid. They help us understand how much water we have. One litre is a little bit less than a gallon.
To change litres to gallons, we can use a special number. Here’s how it works:
To find out how many gallons are in 20 litres, we use this equation:
$$
\text{Gallons} = \text{Litres} \times 0.264172
$$
So for 20 litres, we’ll do the math like this:
$$
\text{Gallons} = 20 \, \text{litres} \times 0.264172 \approx 5.28344 \, \text{gallons}
$$
That means 20 litres is about 5.28 gallons! This is important because if you know the number of gallons, you can plan how much water to use in your garden.
Now, let’s think of some objects that represent exactly 20 litres! Here are 7 objects that hold about that much liquid:
- A large bucket (typically around 20 litres)
- A medium-sized cooler
- A five-gallon water jug (which is about 19 litres)
- An aquarium (small sizes can be around 20 litres)
- A big watering can
- A large fish tank (some tanks are designed to hold around 20 litres)
- A paint bucket (for storing paint, often around 20 litres)
Remember, understanding measurements helps you take care of your garden better! Happy gardening! 🌱
