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To convert from Cubic Centimeter (cm3) to Cubic meter (m3), use the following formula:
Let's convert 5 Cubic Centimeter (cm3) to Cubic meter (m3).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Cubic Centimeter (cm3) is equal to Cubic meter (m3).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Cubic Centimeter (cm3) to Cubic meter (m3):
| Cubic Centimeters | Cubic meters |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 cm3 | m3 |
| 0.001 cm3 | m3 |
| 0.1 cm3 | m3 |
| 1 cm3 | m3 |
| 2 cm3 | m3 |
| 3 cm3 | m3 |
| 4 cm3 | m3 |
| 5 cm3 | m3 |
| 6 cm3 | m3 |
| 7 cm3 | m3 |
| 8 cm3 | m3 |
| 9 cm3 | m3 |
| 10 cm3 | m3 |
| 20 cm3 | m3 |
| 30 cm3 | m3 |
| 40 cm3 | m3 |
| 50 cm3 | m3 |
| 100 cm3 | m3 |
| 1000 cm3 | m3 |
| 10000 cm3 | m3 |
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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 cubic meter (m3) is a unit of volume in the metric system, equal to one thousand liters (1000 L).
It is the volume of a perfect cube with sides that are exactly one meter long. The plural form is cubic meters.
It can be challenging to visualize a cubic meter in your mind. Still, a few everyday examples help clarify the concept. One cubic meter is roughly the size of:
The cubic meter (m3) is the SI unit for volume — the global standard used in science, engineering, and international trade.
Because it's based on the meter (the SI unit of length), it fits neatly into a consistent measurement system.
This makes it practical for measuring large amounts — from the concrete for a building to the capacity of a shipping container.
The cubic meter has a direct and valuable relationship with mass.
For example, one cubic meter of pure water at its maximum density has a mass of almost exactly 1,000 kilograms (or one metric ton).
The unit is also used in specialized fields. When measuring stacked firewood, a cubic meter is often called a "stere."
While it's not an official SI unit, the stere is still commonly used in the forestry and timber industries.