Convert centiliter to cubic yard
Please provide values below to convert centiliter [cL] to cubic yard [yd^3], or Convert cubic yard to centiliter.
How to Convert Centiliter to Cubic Yard
1 cL = 1.30795061928702e-05 yd^3
Example: convert 15 cL to yd^3:
15 cL = 15 × 1.30795061928702e-05 yd^3 = 0.000196192592893053 yd^3
Centiliter to Cubic Yard 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 Yard
A cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one yard (3 feet) in length.
History/Origin
The cubic yard originated from the imperial and US customary measurement systems, primarily used in construction, landscaping, and shipping industries for measuring large volumes of materials.
Current Use
Today, the cubic yard is commonly used in construction, landscaping, and waste management to measure materials like soil, gravel, and debris, and is part of volume conversions in various applications.