Question 1

What is the difference between dry and liquid measures?

Accepted Answer

Dry measures are larger and for stacked goods. Liquid for level liquids. Dry pint > liquid pint by about 16%.

Question 2

When do I use dry vs liquid measures?

Accepted Answer

Dry: berries, grains, produce (heaped). Liquid: beverages, oils (level). Most recipes use liquid measures.

Question 3

Are US and UK gallons the same?

Accepted Answer

No! US gallon = 3.785 liters. UK (Imperial) gallon = 4.546 liters. UK gallon is about 20% larger. Same applies to pints and fluid ounces.

Question 4

What's the most accurate way to measure volume?

Accepted Answer

For precision: measure by weight and convert using density. For liquids at eye level: read at the bottom of the meniscus curve.

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