Convert cubic centimeter to teaspoon (metric)
Please provide values below to convert cubic centimeter [cm^3] to teaspoon (metric) [tsp (metric)], or Convert teaspoon (metric) to cubic centimeter.
How to Convert Cubic Centimeter to Teaspoon (Metric)
1 cm^3 = 0.2 tsp (metric)
Example: convert 15 cm^3 to tsp (metric):
15 cm^3 = 15 × 0.2 tsp (metric) = 3 tsp (metric)
Cubic Centimeter to Teaspoon (Metric) 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).
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.