Kilocalorie (kcal) to Kilojoule (kJ) Conversion
Convert kilocalorie (kcal) to kilojoule (kj) with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.
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1 Kilocalorie (kcal) = 0 Kilojoule (kJ)
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About Kilocalorie (kcal) to Kilojoule (kJ) Conversion
Converting from Kilocalorie (kcal) to Kilojoule (kJ) is a common energy conversion.
This online converter allows you to easily convert between kilocalorie (kcal) and kilojoule (kj), 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.
Kilojoule (kJ)
Definition: A kilojoule (kJ) equals 1000 joules.
History: Developed as a more practical unit for food energy and everyday energy measurements.
Current use: Commonly used in nutrition labeling (outside US) and exercise physiology.
Details
- From: Kilocalorie (kcal)
- To: Kilojoule (kJ)
- Formula: 1 kcal = 4.1840000000 kJ
- Example: 25 kcal = 104.6000000000 kJ
Kilocalorie (kcal) to Kilojoule (kJ) Conversion Table
| Kilocalorie (kcal) | Kilojoule (kJ) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.04184 |
| 0.1 | 0.4184 |
| 1 | 4.184 |
| 2 | 8.368 |
| 3 | 12.552 |
| 5 | 20.92 |
| 10 | 41.84 |
| 20 | 83.68 |
| 50 | 209.2 |
| 100 | 418.4 |
| 1000 | 4184 |