Convert cord to cubic meter
Please provide values below to convert cord [cd] to cubic meter [m^3], or Convert cubic meter to cord.
How to Convert Cord to Cubic Meter
1 cd = 3.62455636 m^3
Example: convert 15 cd to m^3:
15 cd = 15 × 3.62455636 m^3 = 54.3683454 m^3
Cord to Cubic Meter Conversion Table
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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.
Cubic Meter
A cubic meter (m^3) is the SI unit of volume, representing the volume of a cube with edges one meter long.
History/Origin
The cubic meter was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, based on the meter defined by the wavelength of light in vacuum.
Current Use
The cubic meter is widely used in science, engineering, and industry to measure large volumes of liquids, gases, and solids, especially in contexts like construction, manufacturing, and environmental science.