Convert calorie (IT) to dyne centimeter
Please provide values below to convert calorie (IT) [cal (IT)] to dyne centimeter [dyn*cm], or Convert dyne centimeter to calorie (IT).
1 cal (IT) = 41868000 dyn*cm. To convert calorie (IT) to dyne centimeter, multiply the value by 41868000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 dyn*cm = 2.38845896627e-08 cal (IT)). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 cal (IT) = 41868000 dyn*cm
- 1 dyn*cm = 2.38845896627e-08 cal (IT)
- 10 cal (IT) = 418680000 dyn*cm
- 100 cal (IT) = 4186800000 dyn*cm
How to Convert Calorie (It) to Dyne Centimeter
1 cal (IT) = 41868000 dyn*cm
Example: convert 15 cal (IT) to dyn*cm:
15 cal (IT) = 15 × 41868000 dyn*cm = 628020000 dyn*cm
Calorie (It) to Dyne Centimeter Conversion Table
| calorie (IT) | dyne centimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 cal (IT) | 41868000 dyn*cm |
| 2 cal (IT) | 83736000 dyn*cm |
| 3 cal (IT) | 125604000 dyn*cm |
| 5 cal (IT) | 209340000 dyn*cm |
| 10 cal (IT) | 418680000 dyn*cm |
| 20 cal (IT) | 837360000 dyn*cm |
| 50 cal (IT) | 2093400000 dyn*cm |
| 100 cal (IT) | 4186800000 dyn*cm |
| 500 cal (IT) | 20934000000 dyn*cm |
| 1000 cal (IT) | 41868000000 dyn*cm |
Calorie (It)
The calorie (cal) is a unit of energy traditionally used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius at standard atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The calorie was originally defined in the 19th century as a unit of heat energy in thermodynamics. It has historically been used in nutrition and physics, but has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts. The 'small calorie' (cal) is distinct from the 'large calorie' (kcal), which is commonly used in food energy labeling.
Current Use
Today, the calorie is primarily used in nutrition to measure the energy content of foods and beverages, although the SI unit of energy, the joule, is increasingly preferred in scientific and technical fields.
Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 calorie (IT) in dyne centimeter?
1 calorie (IT) (cal (IT)) = 41868000 dyne centimeter (dyn*cm).
How do you convert calorie (IT) to dyne centimeter?
Multiply the calorie (IT) value by 41868000. For example, 25 cal (IT) × 41868000 = 1046700000 dyn*cm.
What is 10 calorie (IT) in dyne centimeter?
10 cal (IT) = 418680000 dyn*cm.
Which unit is larger, the calorie (IT) or the dyne centimeter?
The calorie (IT) is the larger unit: 1 cal (IT) = 41868000 dyn*cm.