Convert calorie (IT) to kilocalorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert calorie (IT) [cal (IT)] to kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)], or Convert kilocalorie (IT) to calorie (IT).
1 cal (IT) = 0.001 kcal (IT). To convert calorie (IT) to kilocalorie (IT), multiply the value by 0.001; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kcal (IT) = 1000 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) = 0.001 kcal (IT)
- 1 kcal (IT) = 1000 cal (IT)
- 10 cal (IT) = 0.01 kcal (IT)
- 100 cal (IT) = 0.1 kcal (IT)
How to Convert Calorie (It) to Kilocalorie (It)
1 cal (IT) = 0.001 kcal (IT)
Example: convert 15 cal (IT) to kcal (IT):
15 cal (IT) = 15 × 0.001 kcal (IT) = 0.015 kcal (IT)
Calorie (It) to Kilocalorie (It) Conversion Table
| calorie (IT) | kilocalorie (IT) |
|---|---|
| 1 cal (IT) | 0.001 kcal (IT) |
| 2 cal (IT) | 0.002 kcal (IT) |
| 3 cal (IT) | 0.003 kcal (IT) |
| 5 cal (IT) | 0.005 kcal (IT) |
| 10 cal (IT) | 0.01 kcal (IT) |
| 20 cal (IT) | 0.02 kcal (IT) |
| 50 cal (IT) | 0.05 kcal (IT) |
| 100 cal (IT) | 0.1 kcal (IT) |
| 500 cal (IT) | 0.5 kcal (IT) |
| 1000 cal (IT) | 1 kcal (IT) |
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 It has historically been used in nutrition and physics, but has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts.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.
Kilocalorie (It)
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 calories, commonly used to measure the energy content of food and beverages.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie originated in the 19th century as a measure of heat energy, primarily used in nutrition and thermodynamics. It became standard in dietary contexts to quantify food energy intake.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is widely used in nutrition to express the energy content of foods and beverages, and in scientific contexts related to energy measurement in biological and physical systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 calorie (IT) in kilocalorie (IT)?
1 calorie (IT) (cal (IT)) = 0.001 kilocalorie (IT) (kcal (IT)).
How do you convert calorie (IT) to kilocalorie (IT)?
Multiply the calorie (IT) value by 0.001. For example, 25 cal (IT) × 0.001 = 0.025 kcal (IT).
What is 10 calorie (IT) in kilocalorie (IT)?
10 cal (IT) = 0.01 kcal (IT).
Which unit is larger, the calorie (IT) or the kilocalorie (IT)?
The kilocalorie (IT) is the larger unit: 1 cal (IT) equals only 0.001 kcal (IT).