Convert teaspoon (metric) to cc
Please provide values below to convert teaspoon (metric) [tsp (metric)] to cc [cc, cm^3], or Convert cc to teaspoon (metric).
How to Convert Teaspoon (Metric) to Cc
1 tsp (metric) = 5 cc, cm^3
Example: convert 15 tsp (metric) to cc, cm^3:
15 tsp (metric) = 15 × 5 cc, cm^3 = 75 cc, cm^3
Teaspoon (Metric) to Cc Conversion Table
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Teaspoon (Metric)
A teaspoon (tsp) is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in cooking, equal to approximately 5 milliliters in the metric system.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated from the traditional spoon used for eating and serving, standardized over time for measurement purposes. Its metric equivalent was established to facilitate consistent cooking and recipe measurements worldwide.
Current Use
Today, the teaspoon is widely used in cooking and baking to measure small quantities of ingredients. It is also employed in medicine for dosing and in various measurement conversions within the culinary and scientific fields.
Cc
The cubic centimeter (cc or cm^3) is a unit of volume representing the volume of a cube with sides of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The cubic centimeter has been used in scientific and medical contexts as a convenient measure of small volumes, especially in fields like medicine and engineering, evolving from the metric system's adoption in the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the cubic centimeter is commonly used to measure small volumes in medicine (e.g., syringe capacities), automotive engine displacements, and scientific applications, often interchangeably with milliliters (mL).