Convert centiliter to cup (UK)
Please provide values below to convert centiliter [cL] to cup (UK) [cup (UK)], or Convert cup (UK) to centiliter.
How to Convert Centiliter to Cup (Uk)
1 cL = 0.0351950828245884 cup (UK)
Example: convert 15 cL to cup (UK):
15 cL = 15 × 0.0351950828245884 cup (UK) = 0.527926242368826 cup (UK)
Centiliter to Cup (Uk) Conversion Table
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Centiliter
A centiliter (cL) is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The centiliter was introduced as part of the metric system to provide convenient subdivisions of the liter, which was established in the late 18th century during the development of the metric system in France.
Current Use
The centiliter is used primarily in countries that utilize the metric system for measuring liquids, such as in beverage labeling, cooking, and scientific contexts, especially in Europe.
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.