Kilocalorie (kcal) to Joule (J) Conversion
Convert kilocalorie (kcal) to joule (j) with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.
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1 Kilocalorie (kcal) = 0 Joule (J)
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About Kilocalorie (kcal) to Joule (J) Conversion
Converting from Kilocalorie (kcal) to Joule (J) is a common energy conversion.
This online converter allows you to easily convert between kilocalorie (kcal) and joule (j), providing instant results with high precision.
Kilocalorie (kcal)
Definition: A kilocalorie (kcal) equals 1000 calories (4184 joules), often called a 'Calorie' (with capital C) in nutrition.
History: Adopted for food energy measurements in the late 19th century.
Current use: Standard unit for food energy in the United States and some other countries.
Joule (J)
Definition: The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, defined as the work done by a force of one newton moving one meter.
History: Named after James Prescott Joule, established in 1889, adopted as SI unit in 1948.
Current use: Fundamental unit for all energy measurements in physics and engineering.
Details
- From: Kilocalorie (kcal)
- To: Joule (J)
- Formula: 1 kcal = 4184.0000000000 J
- Example: 25 kcal = 104600.0000000000 J
Kilocalorie (kcal) to Joule (J) Conversion Table
| Kilocalorie (kcal) | Joule (J) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 41.84 |
| 0.1 | 418.4 |
| 1 | 4184 |
| 2 | 8368 |
| 3 | 12552 |
| 5 | 20920 |
| 10 | 41840 |
| 20 | 83680 |
| 50 | 209200 |
| 100 | 418400 |
| 1000 | 4184000 |