Why is onuces abbreviation?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/16/2019

oz is the abbreviation for ounces. If you are truly asking "why" the word ounces is abbreviated, I assume it's the same reason any abbreviation - it's easier and faster than writing the entire word; especially when writing/copying recipes.

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∙ 14y ago

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How many onuces are in a pound?

There are 16 ounces in 1 pound.

How many fluid onuces in 9 cups?

That is approximately 72 fl oz.

How many onuces in 0.125 liters?

0.125 liters is 4.23 fluid ounces.

How many onuces can make 1 pound?

16 Ounces to make 1 Pound

What does 24 onuces equal?

16 oz. equals a pound so 24 oz. is a 1.5 pounds.

How many cups are in 16 onuces?

a cup is 8 oz. there fore 16 oz is 2 cups

Number of cups in 16 onuces?

There is 2 cups in 16 oz. One cup is 8 oz.

How many onuces are in a pint?

A pint is 16 ounces. There is a saying; " A pint is a pound, the world around" which helps me remember.

How many onuces are in 1 ton?

1 pound = 16 ounces 1 ton = 2,000 pounds = 32,000 ounces

How much water does it take to make a plastic bottle?

double the amount of water that fits inside the bottle.

How many teaspoons are in 16 onuces?

96 tsp 0.5oz = 1 T = 3tsp, so... 16oz = 32 T = 96 tsp

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