Convert cup (UK) to deciliter
Please provide values below to convert cup (UK) [cup (UK)] to deciliter [dL], or Convert deciliter to cup (UK).
How to Convert Cup (Uk) to Deciliter
1 cup (UK) = 2.841306 dL
Example: convert 15 cup (UK) to dL:
15 cup (UK) = 15 × 2.841306 dL = 42.61959 dL
Cup (Uk) to Deciliter Conversion Table
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Cup (Uk)
A cup (UK) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in cooking, equal to approximately 284.13 milliliters.
History/Origin
The UK cup has origins in traditional British cooking and measurement systems, historically based on the imperial system. Its use has been standardized in culinary contexts over time, though it is less common in official measurement standards today.
Current Use
The UK cup is primarily used in recipes and cooking instructions within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary contexts, often standardized as 284 milliliters for practical purposes.
Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.