Volume of a Litre

Volume Definition:

\[ V = 1000\ cm³ \]

Volume in Cubic Centimeters: cm³

Volume in Cubic Meters: m³

Definition: One litre is defined as exactly 1000 cubic centimeters (cm³) of volume.

Purpose: This calculator converts between litres and other volume units, helping with measurements in science, cooking, and everyday life.

The conversion uses these relationships:

\[ 1\ L = 1000\ cm³ \] \[ 1\ L = 0.001\ m³ \]

Where:

Explanation: The litre is a metric unit of volume that's exactly equal to a cubic decimeter (10cm × 10cm × 10cm).

Details: Understanding litre conversions is essential for accurate measurements in chemistry, cooking, engineering, and many other fields.

Tips: Simply enter the number of litres to see the equivalent volume in cubic centimeters and cubic meters.

Q1: Why is a litre defined as 1000 cm³?
A: The litre was redefined in 1964 to be exactly 1000 cm³ for consistency with the SI system of units.

Q2: How many milliliters are in a litre?
A: There are exactly 1000 milliliters (mL) in one litre, since 1 mL = 1 cm³.

Q3: What's the relationship between litres and cubic meters?
A: 1000 litres = 1 cubic meter (m³), since 1 m³ = 1,000,000 cm³.

Q4: Is a US quart the same as a litre?
A: No, 1 US quart ≈ 0.946 litres, while 1 litre ≈ 1.057 US quarts.

Q5: How big is a litre visually?
A: A litre is the volume of a cube with 10 cm (about 4 inches) on each side.