Here's how to move the decimal when converting liters (L) to milliliters (mL):

Understanding the Relationship

* 1 liter (L) = 1000 milliliters (mL)

Moving the Decimal

Since there are 1000 milliliters in every liter, you need to move the decimal point three places to the right when converting from liters to milliliters.

Example:

* 2.5 L -> 2500 mL

* We moved the decimal three places to the right, adding two zeros.

Key Points

* Right: You move the decimal *right* when converting from a larger unit (liters) to a smaller unit (milliliters).

* Left: You would move the decimal *left* if you were converting from milliliters to liters.