How it's calculated
1 millilitre = 1 cubic centimetre (mL = cc)
By definition 1 mL = 1 cm³ = 1 cc, an exact 1:1 identity. Litres = mL ÷ 1,000.
Common values
| Milliliters | Cubic centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 mL | 1 cc |
| 5 mL | 5 cc |
| 10 mL | 10 cc |
| 100 mL | 100 cc |
Common questions
Is 1 mL really equal to 1 cc?
Yes, exactly. They describe the identical volume; the names just come from different unit systems.
Why do doctors say cc?
Cc is a longstanding habit in medicine, though mL is the modern preferred notation for clarity.