Understanding Weight and Volume: Is 100 gm Equal to 100 mL?

Discover why 100 grams isn't always the same as 100 milliliters and how density affects conversions.

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100 grams is not always 100 milliliters. The weight-to-volume conversion depends on the substance's density. For example, 100 mL of water weighs 100 grams, but other substances will differ. To find out the exact conversion, you need to know the density of the specific substance.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the relationship between grams and milliliters? Grams measure weight, while milliliters measure volume. The conversion depends on the density of the substance.
  2. How do I convert grams to milliliters? To convert grams to milliliters, divide the weight in grams by the substance's density (in grams per milliliter).
  3. Does density affect the grams to mL conversion? Yes, different substances have different densities, affecting the conversion between grams and milliliters.
  4. Is 100 grams of water equal to 100 mL? Yes, 100 grams of water equals 100 mL because the density of water is 1 g/mL.

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