Convert cubic yard to cord
Please provide values below to convert cubic yard [yd^3] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to cubic yard.
How to Convert Cubic Yard to Cord
1 yd^3 = 0.210937500224165 cd
Example: convert 15 yd^3 to cd:
15 yd^3 = 15 × 0.210937500224165 cd = 3.16406250336248 cd
Cubic Yard to Cord Conversion Table
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Cubic Yard
A cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one yard (3 feet) in length.
History/Origin
The cubic yard originated from the imperial and US customary measurement systems, primarily used in construction, landscaping, and shipping industries for measuring large volumes of materials.
Current Use
Today, the cubic yard is commonly used in construction, landscaping, and waste management to measure materials like soil, gravel, and debris, and is part of volume conversions in various applications.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.