What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms volumes from US tablespoons into cubic centimeters (cc), which are equivalent to milliliters. It supports common applications in cooking, medical dosing, and engineering by providing quick and reliable unit conversions.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in tablespoons (US) you wish to convert
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Select 'tablespoon (US)' as the from-unit and 'cc [cc, cm³]' as the to-unit
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Click the convert button to see the result instantly
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Use the provided examples as guidance for common conversions
Key Features
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Converts tablespoon (US) volumes to cc [cc, cm³] instantly
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Based on precise volume equivalence: 1 tablespoon (US) = 14.7867647813 cc
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Supports volume measurements commonly used in recipes, medical dosing, and engine specifications
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Browser-based with easy input and output fields
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Includes example conversions for clarity
Examples
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2 tablespoons (US) convert to 29.5735295626 cc
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0.5 tablespoon (US) converts to 7.39338239065 cc
Common Use Cases
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Measuring cooking ingredients in US recipes to metric units
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Determining medical syringe volumes where cc and milliliters are equivalent
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Specifying small engine or motorcycle displacements in cubic centimeters
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Laboratory use with reagent volumes expressed in cubic centimeters or milliliters
Tips & Best Practices
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Confirm the tablespoon standard applicable in your region when converting
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Use the tool for approximate cooking volumes rather than precise scientific measurements
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Cross-check results if exact measurement accuracy is critical
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Utilize the conversion in medical or laboratory contexts where cc equals milliliters
Limitations
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The US tablespoon is typically an approximate cooking measure and not suited for exact scientific use
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Small rounding differences may occur due to volume definition approximations
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Tablespoon sizes may vary internationally, so verify the standard before converting
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the volume of one US tablespoon in cc?
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One US tablespoon equals exactly 14.7867647813 cc, which is equivalent to milliliters.
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Can I use this converter for precise scientific measurements?
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No, the US tablespoon is generally an approximate cooking measure and is not intended for precise scientific volume calculations.
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Is 1 cc the same as 1 milliliter?
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Yes, 1 cubic centimeter (cc) is exactly equal to 1 milliliter (mL).
Key Terminology
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Tablespoon (US)
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A US customary unit of volume equal to half a US fluid ounce or exactly 14.78676478125 milliliters, commonly used in cooking for small ingredient measures.
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Cubic Centimeter (cc, cm³)
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A unit of volume equal to a cube with 1-centimeter sides; 1 cc equals exactly 1 milliliter and is used in medical, laboratory, and engine volume measurements.
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Conversion Rate
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The ratio used to translate one unit of measurement to another, here being 1 tablespoon (US) equals 14.7867647813 cc.