Cup [cup] to Gallon [gal] Converter
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How to Convert Cup to GallonGallon
1 cup = 0.0625 gal
1 gal = 16 cup
Example: convert 38 cup to gal:
38 cup = 38 x 0.0625 = 2.375 gal
Cup
Definition: A cup is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking, primarily in the United States. Its volume varies slightly depending on the context.
History/origin: The cup's origin likely lies in the volume of drinking cups used in households. Its standardization has varied over time, leading to some ambiguity in its precise definition.
Current use: The cup is a very common unit in US recipes. It's often used for measuring dry ingredients like flour and sugar, as well as liquids.
Gallon
Definition: A gallon (gal) is a unit of volume in the Imperial and United States customary systems. It is equal to four quarts or eight pints.
History/origin: The gallon has a long history dating back to ancient measuring systems. Its definition has varied over time and between different systems.
Current use: The gallon is commonly used for selling liquids in bulk, such as gasoline, milk, and paint. It is also sometimes used in recipes that call for large volumes of ingredients.
Cup to Gallon Conversion Table
Cup [cup] | Gallon [gal] |
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0.01 cup | 0.000625 gal |
0.1 cup | 0.00625 gal |
1 cup | 0.0625 gal |
10 cup | 0.625 gal |
50 cup | 3.125 gal |
100 cup | 6.25 gal |
1000 cup | 62.5 gal |
10000 cup | 625 gal |
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