Convert dram to cubic centimeter
Please provide values below to convert dram [dr] to cubic centimeter [cm^3], or Convert cubic centimeter to dram.
How to Convert Dram to Cubic Centimeter
1 dr = 3.696691 cm^3
Example: convert 15 dr to cm^3:
15 dr = 15 × 3.696691 cm^3 = 55.450365 cm^3
Dram to Cubic Centimeter Conversion Table
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Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.
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).