Convert centiliter to cubic foot
Please provide values below to convert centiliter [cL] to cubic foot [ft^3], or Convert cubic foot to centiliter.
How to Convert Centiliter to Cubic Foot
1 cL = 0.000353146667115116 ft^3
Example: convert 15 cL to ft^3:
15 cL = 15 × 0.000353146667115116 ft^3 = 0.00529720000672674 ft^3
Centiliter to Cubic Foot Conversion Table
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Centiliter
A centiliter (cL) is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The centiliter was introduced as part of the metric system to provide convenient subdivisions of the liter, which was established in the late 18th century during the development of the metric system in France.
Current Use
The centiliter is used primarily in countries that utilize the metric system for measuring liquids, such as in beverage labeling, cooking, and scientific contexts, especially in Europe.
Cubic Foot
A cubic foot (ft^3) is a unit of volume representing the space occupied by a cube with sides of one foot in length.
History/Origin
The cubic foot has been used historically in the imperial and US customary measurement systems for measuring volume, especially in construction, real estate, and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the cubic foot is still used in the United States and some other regions for measuring large volumes of liquids, gases, and bulk materials, particularly in industries like construction, shipping, and HVAC.