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Common Conversions

1 = 1
5 = 5
10 = 10
50 = 50
100 = 100
1000 = 1,000
ISO/NIST Standards15-digit precision

Understanding Volume Conversions

Volume conversions are crucial for cooking, chemistry, and fuel consumption. Liters are the metric standard, while gallons, cups, and fluid ounces vary between US and UK measurements.

💡 US gallon ≠ UK gallon! US gallon = 3.79L, UK gallon = 4.55L

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between US and UK gallons?

A US gallon is 3.785 liters, while a UK (Imperial) gallon is 4.546 liters - about 20% larger. This affects fuel economy figures: a car getting 30 MPG (US) gets about 36 MPG (UK). Always check which gallon is being referenced.

How do I convert recipe measurements?

A US cup is 236.6 mL, while a metric cup is 250 mL. For precision baking, use weight (grams) rather than volume. Common conversions: 1 US cup = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons = 8 fluid ounces.

What is the relationship between liters and cubic meters?

1 liter equals 0.001 cubic meters, or equivalently, 1 cubic meter = 1,000 liters. A liter is also equal to 1 cubic decimeter (10cm × 10cm × 10cm). This makes metric volume conversions straightforward.

How do I measure fuel consumption: L/100km vs MPG?

L/100km measures fuel used per distance (lower is better), while MPG measures distance per fuel unit (higher is better). To convert: MPG (US) = 235.215 ÷ L/100km. European cars typically achieve 4-8 L/100km (29-59 MPG).

What volume measurements are used in cooking?

Common cooking volumes: teaspoon (5 mL), tablespoon (15 mL), cup (236-250 mL), and fluid ounce (29.6 mL). Professional kitchens often use weight measurements (grams) for consistency, as ingredient density varies.

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