Convert Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards
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Cubic Foot
Definition: A cubic foot (symbol: ft³) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides one foot long. It is commonly used in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system for measuring volume.
History/origin: The cubic foot is derived from the foot, a unit of length in the imperial system. The concept of measuring volume in cubic units is a natural extension of measuring length, with volume representing three-dimensional space.
Current use: Cubic feet are often used to measure volumes of large spaces, such as rooms and buildings, and for measuring amounts of materials like soil, gravel, and other bulk goods.
Cubic Yard
Definition: A cubic yard (symbol: yd³) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides one yard (3 feet) long. It is commonly used in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system for measuring volume.
History/origin: The cubic yard is derived from the yard, a unit of length in the imperial system. Like the cubic foot, it is a unit of measure for three-dimensional space.
Current use: Cubic yards are frequently used in construction and landscaping to measure quantities of materials like concrete, dirt, and gravel.
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