How it's calculated
mL = g ÷ density
g = mass in grams, mL = volume, density in g/mL (water 1.00, olive oil 0.91, honey 1.42, flour 0.53). Reverse: g = mL × density.
Common values
| Substance | 100 g equals (mL) |
|---|---|
| Water | 100 |
| Milk | 97 |
| Cooking oil | 109 |
| Honey | 70 |
Common questions
Is 1 gram equal to 1 mL?
Only for water. For other substances you must divide the grams by the density to get the volume in mL.
Why does honey weigh more than water?
Honey is denser, about 1.42 g/mL, so the same volume weighs more. That is why 100 g of honey is only about 70 mL.