Convert calorie (IT) to kilocalorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert calorie (IT) [cal (IT)] to kilocalorie (th) [kcal (th)], or Convert kilocalorie (th) to calorie (IT).
1 cal (IT) = 0.00100066921606 kcal (th). To convert calorie (IT) to kilocalorie (th), multiply the value by 0.00100066921606; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kcal (th) = 999.331231489 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) = 0.00100066921606 kcal (th)
- 1 kcal (th) = 999.331231489 cal (IT)
- 10 cal (IT) = 0.0100066921606 kcal (th)
- 100 cal (IT) = 0.100066921606 kcal (th)
How to Convert Calorie (It) to Kilocalorie (Th)
1 cal (IT) = 0.00100066921606119 kcal (th)
Example: convert 15 cal (IT) to kcal (th):
15 cal (IT) = 15 × 0.00100066921606119 kcal (th) = 0.0150100382409178 kcal (th)
Calorie (It) to Kilocalorie (Th) Conversion Table
| calorie (IT) | kilocalorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 cal (IT) | 0.00100066921606 kcal (th) |
| 2 cal (IT) | 0.00200133843212 kcal (th) |
| 3 cal (IT) | 0.00300200764818 kcal (th) |
| 5 cal (IT) | 0.00500334608031 kcal (th) |
| 10 cal (IT) | 0.0100066921606 kcal (th) |
| 20 cal (IT) | 0.0200133843212 kcal (th) |
| 50 cal (IT) | 0.0500334608031 kcal (th) |
| 100 cal (IT) | 0.100066921606 kcal (th) |
| 500 cal (IT) | 0.500334608031 kcal (th) |
| 1000 cal (IT) | 1.00066921606 kcal (th) |
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 It has historically been used in nutrition and physics, but has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts.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 (Th)
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 unit to quantify heat energy, especially in nutrition and thermodynamics. It was widely adopted in the early 20th century for dietary energy measurement.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is primarily used in nutrition to express the energy content of food and drinks, although it is often simply called a 'calorie' in everyday language.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 calorie (IT) in kilocalorie (th)?
1 calorie (IT) (cal (IT)) = 0.00100066921606 kilocalorie (th) (kcal (th)).
How do you convert calorie (IT) to kilocalorie (th)?
Multiply the calorie (IT) value by 0.00100066921606. For example, 25 cal (IT) × 0.00100066921606 = 0.0250167304015 kcal (th).
What is 10 calorie (IT) in kilocalorie (th)?
10 cal (IT) = 0.0100066921606 kcal (th).
Which unit is larger, the calorie (IT) or the kilocalorie (th)?
The kilocalorie (th) is the larger unit: 1 cal (IT) equals only 0.00100066921606 kcal (th).