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To convert from Cubic inch (in3) to Cubic Centimeter (cm3), use the following formula:
With is the ratio between the base units Liter (l) and Fluid Ounce (fl-oz).
Let's convert 5 Cubic inch (in3) to Cubic Centimeter (cm3).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Cubic inch (in3) is equal to Cubic Centimeter (cm3).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Cubic inch (in3) to Cubic Centimeter (cm3):
| Cubic inches | Cubic Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 in3 | cm3 |
| 0.001 in3 | cm3 |
| 0.1 in3 | cm3 |
| 1 in3 | cm3 |
| 2 in3 | cm3 |
| 3 in3 | cm3 |
| 4 in3 | cm3 |
| 5 in3 | cm3 |
| 6 in3 | cm3 |
| 7 in3 | cm3 |
| 8 in3 | cm3 |
| 9 in3 | cm3 |
| 10 in3 | cm3 |
| 20 in3 | cm3 |
| 30 in3 | cm3 |
| 40 in3 | cm3 |
| 50 in3 | cm3 |
| 100 in3 | cm3 |
| 1000 in3 | cm3 |
| 10000 in3 | cm3 |
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A cubic inch (in3) is a unit of volume in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement.
One cubic inch is equal to about 0.554 fluid ounces (fl oz).
One cubic inch is precisely equal to 16.387064 cubic centimeters (cm3).
This exact conversion is legally defined and crucial in fields like engineering, science, and international manufacturing, where precision is paramount.
It enables the direct and accurate translation of volume measurements between the imperial system (common in the US) and the metric system, which is used worldwide.
The cubic inch is famously used to measure an engine's displacement (often abbreviated as CID), especially in American automotive history.
Engine displacement refers to the total volume of air and fuel that an engine's cylinders can move through in one cycle.
A higher CID, such as in the classic "454" (454 in3) V8 engines, typically meant more potential for power and torque, defining the era of American muscle cars.
To visualize a cubic inch, think of a small, common object.
A standard six-sided die used in board games is a perfect example, having a volume very close to one cubic inch.
A small sugar cube or a standard marble also provides a good real-world approximation of this unit of volume, making it easier to conceptualize its size beyond abstract numbers.
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.