Does 500 ml Equal 16 Ounces? Unpacking the Metric vs. Imperial Conversion
                                
                                
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                                A common point of confusion arises because 500 ml is not exactly equal to 16 US fluid ounces, but is a slightly larger volume. This difference is due to the distinct definitions of metric and imperial systems, impacting everything from consumer products to cooking.