Convert dessertspoon (UK) to cubic decimeter
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (UK) [dsp (UK)] to cubic decimeter [dm^3], or Convert cubic decimeter to dessertspoon (UK).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Uk) to Cubic Decimeter
1 dsp (UK) = 0.011838776 dm^3
Example: convert 15 dsp (UK) to dm^3:
15 dsp (UK) = 15 × 0.011838776 dm^3 = 0.17758164 dm^3
Dessertspoon (Uk) to Cubic Decimeter Conversion Table
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Dessertspoon (Uk)
A dessertspoon (UK) is a unit of volume traditionally used for measuring ingredients, approximately equal to 10 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a standard measure in the UK for culinary purposes, historically varying between 10 to 15 milliliters, but now generally standardized to about 10 ml for consistency.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (UK) is primarily used in cooking and recipe measurements, especially in the UK, and is part of volume conversions in culinary contexts.
Cubic Decimeter
A cubic decimeter (dm^3) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one decimeter (10 centimeters).
History/Origin
The cubic decimeter has been used as a standard unit of volume in the metric system since its adoption, primarily for scientific and industrial measurements, as a convenient subdivision of the liter.
Current Use
The cubic decimeter is commonly used in scientific, medical, and industrial contexts to measure liquids and other substances, often interchangeably with liters, since 1 dm^3 equals 1 liter.