Convert cubic centimeter to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert cubic centimeter [cm^3] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to cubic centimeter.
How to Convert Cubic Centimeter to Gallon (Us)
1 cm^3 = 0.000264172052358148 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 cm^3 to gal (US):
15 cm^3 = 15 × 0.000264172052358148 gal (US) = 0.00396258078537223 gal (US)
Cubic Centimeter to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Cubic Centimeter
A cubic centimeter (cm^3) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The cubic centimeter has been used in scientific and engineering contexts as a standard unit of volume measurement, especially in fields like medicine and chemistry, since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the cubic centimeter is commonly used to measure small volumes in medicine (e.g., dosage), automotive engine capacities, and scientific experiments, often interchangeably with milliliters (mL).
Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.