Converting milliliters to pounds involves considering the density of the substance, as milliliters measure volume, and pounds measure weight. This conversion is vital in various fields, requiring an understanding of the substance's density to accurately determine its weight in pounds based on a given volume in milliliters.
Milliliters:
Milliliters (mL) are a unit of volume in the metric system, representing one-thousandth of a liter. Widely used in measuring liquid quantities, one milliliter is equivalent to one cubic centimeter. The milliliter is part of the International System of Units (SI), providing a standardized measure for volumes of liquids in scientific, medical, and everyday applications.
Pounds:
The pound (lb) is a unit of weight in both the imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. It is commonly used to express mass and is equivalent to approximately 0.4536 kilograms. The pound is divided into 16 ounces. In the international avoirdupois system, one pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms, providing a standardized measure for international use.
Milliliters to Pounds conversion:
Converting milliliters to pounds involves additional considerations beyond a straightforward conversion due to the differing nature of volume and weight. Milliliters (mL) measure volume, while pounds (lbs) measure weight. To perform this conversion, you must know the density of the substance in question, as density relates mass to volume. The formula for this conversion is:
Weight (lbs) = Volume (mL) × Density (lbs/mL)
Density can vary based on the substance. For example, if you have a liquid with a density of 0.8 lbs/mL and a volume of 1000 mL, the weight in pounds would be:
1000 mL×0.8 lbs/mL=800 lbs
It's crucial to consult reliable sources for accurate density information specific to the substance being measured. This type of conversion is particularly important in scientific and industrial applications where precise measurements are essential, especially when dealing with liquids or substances with varying densities.
Milliliter to Pound Conversion Chart:
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Volume in Milliliters:
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Weight in Pounds of:
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Water
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Milk
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Cooking Oil
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All Purpose Flour
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Granulated Sugar
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1 mL
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0.002205 lb
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0.002271 lb
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0.00194 lb
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0.001166 lb
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0.001864 lb
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2 mL
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0.004409 lb
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0.004542 lb
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0.00388 lb
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0.002332 lb
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0.003727 lb
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3 mL
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0.006614 lb
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0.006812 lb
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0.00582 lb
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0.003499 lb
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0.005591 lb
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4 mL
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0.008818 lb
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0.009083 lb
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0.00776 lb
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0.004665 lb
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0.007455 lb
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5 mL
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0.011023 lb
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0.011354 lb
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0.0097 lb
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0.005831 lb
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0.009318 lb
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6 mL
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0.013228 lb
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0.013625 lb
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0.01164 lb
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0.006997 lb
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0.011182 lb
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7 mL
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0.015432 lb
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0.015895 lb
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0.01358 lb
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0.008164 lb
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0.013046 lb
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8 mL
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0.017637 lb
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0.018166 lb
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0.015521 lb
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0.00933 lb
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0.014909 lb
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9 mL
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0.019842 lb
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0.020437 lb
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0.017461 lb
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0.010496 lb
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0.016773 lb
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10 mL
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0.022046 lb
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0.022708 lb
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0.019401 lb
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0.011662 lb
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0.018637 lb
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11 mL
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0.024251 lb
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0.024978 lb
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0.021341 lb
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0.012829 lb
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0.0205 lb
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12 mL
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0.026455 lb
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0.027249 lb
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0.023281 lb
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0.013995 lb
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0.022364 lb
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13 mL
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0.02866 lb
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0.02952 lb
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0.025221 lb
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0.015161 lb
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0.024228 lb
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14 mL
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0.030865 lb
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0.031791 lb
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0.027161 lb
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0.016327 lb
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0.026092 lb
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15 mL
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0.033069 lb
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0.034061 lb
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0.029101 lb
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0.017494 lb
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0.027955 lb
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16 mL
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0.035274 lb
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0.036332 lb
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0.031041 lb
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0.01866 lb
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0.029819 lb
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17 mL
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0.037479 lb
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0.038603 lb
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0.032981 lb
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0.019826 lb
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0.031683 lb
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18 mL
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0.039683 lb
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0.040874 lb
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0.034921 lb
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0.020992 lb
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0.033546 lb
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19 mL
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0.041888 lb
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0.043144 lb
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0.036861 lb
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0.022159 lb
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0.03541 lb
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20 mL
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0.044092 lb
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0.045415 lb
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0.038801 lb
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0.023325 lb
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0.037274 lb
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21 mL
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0.046297 lb
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0.047686 lb
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0.040741 lb
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0.024491 lb
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0.039137 lb
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22 mL
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0.048502 lb
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0.049957 lb
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0.042681 lb
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0.025657 lb
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0.041001 lb
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23 mL
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0.050706 lb
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0.052228 lb
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0.044622 lb
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0.026824 lb
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0.042865 lb
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24 mL
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0.052911 lb
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0.054498 lb
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0.046562 lb
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0.02799 lb
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0.044728 lb
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25 mL
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0.055116 lb
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0.056769 lb
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0.048502 lb
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0.029156 lb
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0.046592 lb
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26 mL
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0.05732 lb
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0.05904 lb
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0.050442 lb
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0.030322 lb
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0.048456 lb
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27 mL
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0.059525 lb
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0.061311 lb
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0.052382 lb
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0.031489 lb
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0.050319 lb
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28 mL
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0.061729 lb
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0.063581 lb
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0.054322 lb
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0.032655 lb
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0.052183 lb
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29 mL
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0.063934 lb
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0.065852 lb
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0.056262 lb
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0.033821 lb
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0.054047 lb
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30 mL
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0.066139 lb
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0.068123 lb
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0.058202 lb
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0.034987 lb
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0.05591 lb
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31 mL
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0.068343 lb
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0.070394 lb
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0.060142 lb
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0.036154 lb
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0.057774 lb
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32 mL
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0.070548 lb
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0.072664 lb
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0.062082 lb
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0.03732 lb
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0.059638 lb
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33 mL
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0.072753 lb
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0.074935 lb
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0.064022 lb
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0.038486 lb
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0.061501 lb
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34 mL
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0.074957 lb
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0.077206 lb
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0.065962 lb
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0.039652 lb
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0.063365 lb
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35 mL
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0.077162 lb
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0.079477 lb
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0.067902 lb
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0.040819 lb
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0.065229 lb
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36 mL
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0.079366 lb
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0.081747 lb
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0.069842 lb
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0.041985 lb
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0.067092 lb
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37 mL
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0.081571 lb
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0.084018 lb
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0.071783 lb
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0.043151 lb
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0.068956 lb
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38 mL
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0.083776 lb
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0.086289 lb
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0.073723 lb
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0.044317 lb
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0.07082 lb
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39 mL
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0.08598 lb
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0.08856 lb
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0.075663 lb
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0.045484 lb
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0.072683 lb
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40 mL
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0.088185 lb
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0.09083 lb
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0.077603 lb
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0.04665 lb
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0.074547 lb
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