Definition: A milliliter is a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter.
History/origin: The milliliter was introduced as part of the metric system developed in France during the late 18th century.
Current use: Milliliters are commonly used worldwide for measuring small liquid volumes in science, medicine, and cooking.
Definition: A cubic centimeter (cc) is a unit of volume that equals the volume of a cube with sides of 1 centimeter.
History/origin: The cc is derived from the metric system and is commonly used in medical and scientific contexts.
Current use: Cubic centimeters are widely used in medicine for measuring doses and in automotive engineering for engine displacement.
| Milliliters [ml] | Cubic Centimeters [cc] |
|---|---|
| 1.00 | 1.00 |
| 0.50 | 0.50 |
| 0.25 | 0.25 |
| 2.00 | 2.00 |
| 3.00 | 3.00 |
| 4.00 | 4.00 |
| 0.10 | 0.10 |
| 0.05 | 0.05 |
| 0.01 | 0.01 |
| 5.00 | 5.00 |
1 ml = 1 cc
1 cc = 1 ml
Example: convert 1500 milliliters to cubic centimeters:
1500 × 1 = 1500 cc