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The conversion from cubic centimeters (cm³) to grams (g) calculates mass from volume using material density. This conversion is essential in chemistry, physics, and engineering for determining the weight of substances based on their volume and density.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
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Explanation: The formula converts volume to mass by multiplying the volume in cubic centimeters by the material's density. Density represents the mass per unit volume of a substance.
Details: Accurate mass calculation from volume is crucial for material science, chemical reactions, manufacturing processes, quality control, and scientific research where precise measurements are required.
Tips: Enter volume in cubic centimeters and density in g/cm³. Both values must be positive numbers. Common densities: water = 1 g/cm³, aluminum = 2.7 g/cm³, gold = 19.3 g/cm³.
Q1: Why is density needed for this conversion?
A: Density provides the relationship between volume and mass. Different materials with the same volume have different masses due to varying densities.
Q2: Can I convert cm³ to grams without knowing density?
A: No, density is essential for accurate conversion. Without density information, you cannot determine mass from volume alone.
Q3: What are common density values?
A: Water: 1 g/cm³, Ice: 0.92 g/cm³, Aluminum: 2.7 g/cm³, Iron: 7.87 g/cm³, Gold: 19.3 g/cm³, Air: 0.0012 g/cm³.
Q4: Is cm³ the same as mL for this calculation?
A: Yes, 1 cm³ equals 1 mL, so you can use milliliter values directly in the volume field for the same result.
Q5: When is this conversion most useful?
A: This conversion is particularly useful in chemistry labs, engineering projects, material science research, and any application where you need to calculate the mass of a substance from its volume.