Convert cup (metric) to cord
Please provide values below to convert cup (metric) [cup (metric)] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to cup (metric).
How to Convert Cup (Metric) to Cord
1 cup (metric) = 6.89739585122633e-05 cd
Example: convert 15 cup (metric) to cd:
15 cup (metric) = 15 × 6.89739585122633e-05 cd = 0.00103460937768395 cd
Cup (Metric) to Cord Conversion Table
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Cup (Metric)
A metric cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 250 milliliters.
History/Origin
The metric cup was introduced as part of the metric system to standardize volume measurements, replacing various traditional cups used in different regions.
Current Use
The metric cup is commonly used in cooking and baking in countries adopting the metric system, especially in recipes and food labeling.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.