How Much Is 72 Tablespoons of Shredded Coconut in Ounces?
72 tablespoons of shredded coconut weighs 12.70 oz. This is based on shredded coconut having a density of 80g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 72 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 72 tablespoons of shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut = 5g
- 72 × 5 = 360g
- Convert grams to ounces: 360 ÷ 28.3495 = 12.70 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Shredded coconut is very light and airy. Spoon it loosely into the measuring spoon without pressing down for accurate volume measurements.
Shredded Coconut at Different Amounts
How shredded coconut scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (72 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 72 tablespoons of shredded coconut (360g) is close in weight to a can of soda (355g).
Other Amounts of Shredded Coconut
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.24 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.48 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.95 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 0.88 oz | 0.89 oz | 1.19 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.43 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.41 oz | 1.43 oz | 1.91 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 1.76 oz | 1.79 oz | 2.39 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.12 oz | 2.15 oz | 2.86 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 2.82 oz | 2.86 oz | 3.82 oz |
| 72 tablespoons | 12.70 oz | 12.88 oz | 17.18 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.