Convert centiliter to cubic millimeter
Please provide values below to convert centiliter [cL] to cubic millimeter [mm^3], or Convert cubic millimeter to centiliter.
How to Convert Centiliter to Cubic Millimeter
1 cL = 10000 mm^3
Example: convert 15 cL to mm^3:
15 cL = 15 × 10000 mm^3 = 150000 mm^3
Centiliter to Cubic Millimeter Conversion Table
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Centiliter
A centiliter (cL) is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The centiliter was introduced as part of the metric system to provide convenient subdivisions of the liter, which was established in the late 18th century during the development of the metric system in France.
Current Use
The centiliter is used primarily in countries that utilize the metric system for measuring liquids, such as in beverage labeling, cooking, and scientific contexts, especially in Europe.
Cubic Millimeter
A cubic millimeter (mm^3) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube measuring 1 millimeter on each side.
History/Origin
The cubic millimeter has been used in scientific and engineering contexts for precise measurements of small volumes, especially in fields like biology and materials science, as a subdivision of the cubic centimeter and cubic meter units.
Current Use
It is currently used in scientific research, medical measurements, and engineering to quantify small volumes accurately, particularly in microscopy, microfluidics, and material testing.