Kilojoule (kJ) to Calorie (cal) Conversion
Convert kilojoule (kj) to calorie (cal) with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.
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1 Kilojoule (kJ) = 0 Calorie (cal)
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About Kilojoule (kJ) to Calorie (cal) Conversion
Converting from Kilojoule (kJ) to Calorie (cal) is a common energy conversion.
This online converter allows you to easily convert between kilojoule (kj) and calorie (cal), providing instant results with high precision.
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.
Calorie (cal)
Definition: A calorie (cal) is the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C at standard pressure (equals 4.184 joules).
History: First defined by Nicolas Clément in 1824, used in early thermochemistry.
Current use: Still used in chemistry and some engineering fields.
Details
- From: Kilojoule (kJ)
- To: Calorie (cal)
- Formula: 1 kJ = 239.0057361377 cal
- Example: 25 kJ = 5975.1434034417 cal
Kilojoule (kJ) to Calorie (cal) Conversion Table
| Kilojoule (kJ) | Calorie (cal) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 2.3900573614 |
| 0.1 | 23.9005736138 |
| 1 | 239.0057361377 |
| 2 | 478.0114722753 |
| 3 | 717.017208413 |
| 5 | 1195.0286806883 |
| 10 | 2390.0573613767 |
| 20 | 4780.1147227533 |
| 50 | 11950.2868068834 |
| 100 | 23900.5736137667 |
| 1000 | 239005.7361376673 |