Convert hogshead to cc
Please provide values below to convert hogshead [hogshead] to cc [cc, cm^3], or Convert cc to hogshead.
How to Convert Hogshead to Cc
1 hogshead = 238480.94 cc, cm^3
Example: convert 15 hogshead to cc, cm^3:
15 hogshead = 15 × 238480.94 cc, cm^3 = 3577214.1 cc, cm^3
Hogshead to Cc Conversion Table
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Hogshead
A hogshead is a large unit of volume traditionally used for measuring liquids such as wine, beer, and spirits, equivalent to approximately 63 gallons or 238 liters.
History/Origin
The hogshead originated in medieval England as a measurement for large casks or barrels, with its size varying regionally. It was historically used in trade and storage of alcoholic beverages.
Current Use
Today, the hogshead is primarily used in the wine and spirits industries for barrel aging and measurement, though it is largely replaced by metric units in most official contexts.
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).