Convert fluid ounce (US) to cord
Please provide values below to convert fluid ounce (US) [fl oz (US)] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to fluid ounce (US).
How to Convert Fluid Ounce (Us) to Cord
1 fl oz (US) = 8.15921372512469e-06 cd
Example: convert 15 fl oz (US) to cd:
15 fl oz (US) = 15 × 8.15921372512469e-06 cd = 0.00012238820587687 cd
Fluid Ounce (Us) to Cord Conversion Table
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Fluid Ounce (Us)
A fluid ounce (US) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the United States to measure liquids, equivalent to approximately 29.5735 milliliters.
History/Origin
The fluid ounce originated from the imperial system and was adopted in the US as a customary unit for liquid measurements. Its size has varied historically, but the US fluid ounce has been standardized since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US fluid ounce is commonly used in recipes, food labeling, and beverage measurements within the United States. It is part of the customary measurement system and is used in various industries to specify liquid quantities.
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.