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Milliliter (ml)
A milliliter (ml or mL) is a metric volume unit equal to one-thousandth of a liter (0.001 L) and also 1 cubic centimeter (1 cm³).
Definition
A milliliter (ml or mL) is a metric volume unit equal to one-thousandth of a liter (0.001 L) and also 1 cubic centimeter (1 cm³).
History & origin
The milliliter became standard for medicine, cooking, and beverages because it maps cleanly to the liter and to cubic centimeters.
Conversion formula
L = ml ÷ 1000 · 1 ml = 1 cm³ · US fl oz ≈ ml ÷ 29.5735
Frequently asked questions
- Is ml the same as cc?
- Yes for practical purposes: 1 ml = 1 cc = 1 cm³.
- How many ml in a cup?
- Depends on region: US cup ≈ 240 ml; metric cup often 250 ml; Japan 200 ml.
- How many ml is 0.5 L?
- Exactly 500 ml.
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