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To convert from Cubic Centimeter (cm3) to Cup (cup), use the following formula:
With is the ratio between the base units Fluid Ounce (fl-oz) and Liter (l).
Let's convert 5 Cubic Centimeter (cm3) to Cup (cup).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Cubic Centimeter (cm3) is equal to Cup (cup).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Cubic Centimeter (cm3) to Cup (cup):
| Cubic Centimeters | Cups |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 cm3 | cup |
| 0.001 cm3 | cup |
| 0.1 cm3 | cup |
| 1 cm3 | cup |
| 2 cm3 | cup |
| 3 cm3 | cup |
| 4 cm3 | cup |
| 5 cm3 | cup |
| 6 cm3 | cup |
| 7 cm3 | cup |
| 8 cm3 | cup |
| 9 cm3 | cup |
| 10 cm3 | cup |
| 20 cm3 | cup |
| 30 cm3 | cup |
| 40 cm3 | cup |
| 50 cm3 | cup |
| 100 cm3 | cup |
| 1000 cm3 | cup |
| 10000 cm3 | cup |
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A cubic centimeter (cm3) is a fundamental unit of volume in the metric system.
It is equal to one-thousandth of a liter. The plural form is cubic centimeters.
A cubic centimeter is exactly equal to one milliliter (1 cm3 = 1 mL).
Because they are identical, converting between cm3 and mL is a simple one-to-one conversion.
This crucial equivalence is widely used in science, particularly in chemistry and medicine, as well as in everyday tasks like cooking.
The abbreviation "cc" is a common substitute for cubic centimeters, especially in the medical and automotive fields.
In Medicine: A cc is used to measure dosages of liquid medicine for injections. For example, a syringe labeled "10cc" can hold 10 cubic centimeters (or 10 mL) of fluid.
In Automotive: In the car world, cc refers to an engine's displacement—the total volume of all its cylinders. A "1500cc engine" has cylinders that can displace 1500 cubic centimeters of air and fuel.
To visualize the volume of a single cubic centimeter, imagine a small cube with each side measuring exactly 1 centimeter in length, width, and height.
This is about the size of a standard sugar cube or a small die used in board games.
Understanding this physical size helps in estimating volumes and appreciating the unit's scale in practical situations.
A cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 8 fluid ounces (fl oz).
It's one of the most common measurements used in recipes for cooking and baking, especially in the United States.
While they share the same name, not all cups are created equal.
A US customary cup is defined as 8 US fluid ounces (approximately 237 milliliters).
However, the metric cup used in countries like Australia, Canada, and New Zealand is standardized to 250 milliliters.
This slight difference is crucial to remember when following international recipes to ensure the correct ingredient proportions.
US Customary Cup:
Metric Cup:
The name of the measurement isn't a coincidence. Before standardized units became common, recipes relied on informal measurements using everyday kitchenware.
The "cup" literally referred to the volume of a standard teacup. Over time, this was standardized into the precise unit we use today.
Although the unit of volume (8 fl oz) remains the same, the tools used to measure dry and liquid ingredients differ for a reason.
Using the wrong type can lead to inaccurate measurements.