Cubic Centimeters: Do I Need to Use "cc"?

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The abbreviation "cc" is the standard representation for cubic centimeters, although its use is not mandatory. A cubic centimeter is equivalent to a milliliter (mL), allowing for either abbreviation to denote the same volume. The discussion emphasizes the commonality of "cc" in various contexts, particularly in medical and scientific fields.

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Do I need to use "cc" to represent "cubic centimeters?"
 
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Well, no one's going to MAKE you use it -- but that is the normal abbreviation. Note that a cubic centimeter equals a milliliter, so you could use mL to denote the same volume.

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