Convert dessertspoon (US) to cc
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)] to cc [cc, cm^3], or Convert cc to dessertspoon (US).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Us) to Cc
1 dsp (US) = 9.857843 cc, cm^3
Example: convert 15 dsp (US) to cc, cm^3:
15 dsp (US) = 15 × 9.857843 cc, cm^3 = 147.867645 cc, cm^3
Dessertspoon (Us) to Cc Conversion Table
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Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.
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).