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Milliliters

Definition

A milliliter (symbol: mL) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth (1/1000) of a liter or one cubic centimeter.

History/Origin

Introduced with the metric system, using the prefix 'milli' to denote one-thousandth of the base unit liter.

Current Use

Milliliters are widely used for measuring small volumes of liquids in medicine, cooking, and laboratory work.

Cups

Definition

A cup is a unit of volume equal to 8 fluid ounces (US) or approximately 237 milliliters.

History/Origin

The cup as a measure has ancient origins, but the modern standardized cup was defined in the early 20th century.

Current Use

Cups are commonly used in cooking and recipe measurements, particularly in the United States.