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About these units
Cubic Centimeter (cm³)
A cubic centimeter equals 1 mL, representing the volume of a cube 1 cm per side. This dual identity makes it fundamental in medicine, laboratory science, and engineering. In medicine, cm³ is used when describing organ sizes, tumor volumes, or syringe capacities. In mechanics, engine displacements (e.g., "1500 cc") use cubic centimeters instead of liters, even though 1000 cm³ = 1 liter. The cm³ bridges small-scale measurements with scientific precision, making it indispensable across biology, chemistry, and automotive engineering.
Gallon (UK) (gal (UK))
The UK gallon, defined as 4.54609 liters, is larger than the US gallon by nearly 20%. It originated from the British desire to standardize wine and ale measures, leading to a uniform definition during the 19th century. Today, the UK gallon appears in older recipes, fuel consumption discussions, and British Commonwealth trade documents. Although the UK now uses liters for petrol and milk, the gallon remains culturally familiar, especially in automotive contexts such as miles per gallon (MPG), where both imperial and US definitions cause frequent confusion. The UK gallon's legacy persists through its continued use in some Commonwealth nations and specialized industries where imperial measures remain customary.