How is Math used in Cooking?• Capacity The capacity of a container is a measure of the largest volume it can hold. We use the

term of capacity instead of volume when we talk about liquids. The liter(L) is the basic unit for the measurement of capacity. CONVERSION DIAGRAM

mL L kL

• Mass The mass of an object is the amount of matter it contains. CONVERSION DIAGRAM

mg g kg t

1000 1000

1000 1000

1000 1000 1000

100010001000

Mathematics in Cooking

•Working with Recipes Give the missing unitsSugar 200 g

Butter 125Cocoa 35Vanilla Essence 5Plain White flour 100 gChoc Chips 50

Convert

a. 4500mL to L b. 350L to KLc. 3.2kg to g d. 5670g to kg

Extensions:“Math is in every kitchen, on every recipe card, and at each holiday gathering.  The mathematics of cooking often goes unnoticed, but in reality, there is a large quantity of math skills involved in cooking and baking.”

1.What are some more advanced ways math can be used in cooking?

2. What if the chocolate brownie recipe Serves 5 People and you need 15 people?