Cubic meter (m3)

Definition

A cubic meter (m^3) is a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI). It represents the volume of a cube with each side measuring one meter.

5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

1. One cubic meter is equivalent to 1,000 liters.
2. The symbol for cubic meter is m^3.
3. Cubic meters are commonly used to measure large volumes in chemistry and engineering.
4. To convert cubic meters to cubic centimeters, multiply by 1,000,000 ($1 \text{ m}^3 = 10^6 \text{ cm}^3$).
5. Density can be expressed in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m^3), which relates mass and volume.

Review Questions

• How many liters are there in one cubic meter?
• What is the SI unit symbol for a cubic meter?
• If you have a cube with sides measuring two meters each, what is its volume in cubic meters?

Related terms

Liter: A liter is a unit of volume that equals one thousandth of a cubic meter.

Cubic Centimeter: A cubic centimeter (cm^3 or cc) is a unit of volume that equals one millionth of a cubic meter.

Density: \(Density = \frac{mass}{volume}\) and can be expressed in units such as kg/m^3.