Convert drop to cc
Please provide values below to convert drop [drop] to cc [cc, cm^3], or Convert cc to drop.
1 drop = 0.05 cc, cm^3. To convert drop to cc, multiply the value by 0.05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cc, cm^3 = 20 drop). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 drop = 0.05 cc, cm^3
- 1 cc, cm^3 = 20 drop
- 10 drop = 0.5 cc, cm^3
- 100 drop = 5 cc, cm^3
How to Convert Drop to Cc
1 drop = 0.05 cc, cm^3
Example: convert 15 drop to cc, cm^3:
15 drop = 15 × 0.05 cc, cm^3 = 0.75 cc, cm^3
Drop to Cc Conversion Table
| drop | cc |
|---|---|
| 1 drop | 0.05 cc, cm^3 |
| 2 drop | 0.1 cc, cm^3 |
| 3 drop | 0.15 cc, cm^3 |
| 5 drop | 0.25 cc, cm^3 |
| 10 drop | 0.5 cc, cm^3 |
| 20 drop | 1 cc, cm^3 |
| 50 drop | 2.5 cc, cm^3 |
| 100 drop | 5 cc, cm^3 |
| 500 drop | 25 cc, cm^3 |
| 1000 drop | 50 cc, cm^3 |
Drop
A drop is a small unit of liquid volume typically used to measure small quantities of liquids, such as medicines or ingredients in cooking.
History/Origin
The concept of a drop as a unit has been used informally for centuries, often based on the amount of liquid dispensed from a dropper or similar device. Its exact volume has varied historically and culturally, but it is generally standardized in modern measurements.
Current Use
The drop is commonly used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cooking to measure small amounts of liquids, with a standard volume approximately equal to 0.05 milliliters.
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 drop in cc?
1 drop (drop) = 0.05 cc (cc, cm^3).
How do you convert drop to cc?
Multiply the drop value by 0.05. For example, 25 drop × 0.05 = 1.25 cc, cm^3.
What is 10 drop in cc?
10 drop = 0.5 cc, cm^3.
Which unit is larger, the drop or the cc?
The cc is the larger unit: 1 drop equals only 0.05 cc, cm^3.