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Convert Milliliters to CC

Please provide values below to convert milliliter [mL] to cubic centimeter [cc], or vice versa.

1 Milliliter = 1 CC
Formula: Milliliters / 1 = CC

Milliliter

Definition: A milliliter (symbol: mL) is a unit of volume in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a liter. It corresponds to 1 cubic centimeter (cm³) and is approximately equivalent to 0.03381 fluid ounces in the US customary system.

History/origin: The milliliter derives from the liter, a fundamental unit in the metric system that was established during the French Revolution. The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille," meaning "one thousand," indicating that a milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter. The metric system, including the liter and its subdivisions, was developed to create a decimal-based, standardized measurement system that would be more practical and universal than the varied traditional systems in use at the time.

Current use: The milliliter is one of the most commonly used volume measurements worldwide. It's the standard unit for measuring small amounts of liquids in medicine (dosages), cooking (ingredients), laboratory work, and consumer products. Most countries use milliliters in everyday contexts, and even in the United States, where customary units predominate, milliliters are standard for many applications including pharmaceuticals, nutrition information, and scientific contexts. Its precise nature makes it ideal for applications requiring accuracy, such as chemistry and medicine.

Cubic Centimeter

Definition: A cubic centimeter (symbol: cc or cm³) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides one centimeter long. It is commonly used in fields such as medicine and engineering.

History/origin: The cubic centimeter is derived from the centimeter, a unit of length in the metric system. The metric system, including the centimeter, was developed in France in the late 18th century to standardize measurements.

Current use: Cubic centimeters are frequently used in medicine to measure volumes of medications and in engineering to specify the displacement of internal combustion engines.