Convert joule to kilocalorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert joule [J] to kilocalorie (th) [kcal (th)], or Convert kilocalorie (th) to joule.
1 J = 0.000239005736138 kcal (th). To convert joule to kilocalorie (th), multiply the value by 0.000239005736138; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kcal (th) = 4184 J). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 J = 0.000239005736138 kcal (th)
- 1 kcal (th) = 4184 J
- 10 J = 0.00239005736138 kcal (th)
- 100 J = 0.0239005736138 kcal (th)
How to Convert Joule to Kilocalorie (Th)
1 J = 0.000239005736137667 kcal (th)
Example: convert 15 J to kcal (th):
15 J = 15 × 0.000239005736137667 kcal (th) = 0.00358508604206501 kcal (th)
Joule to Kilocalorie (Th) Conversion Table
| joule | kilocalorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.000239005736138 kcal (th) |
| 2 J | 0.000478011472275 kcal (th) |
| 3 J | 0.000717017208413 kcal (th) |
| 5 J | 0.00119502868069 kcal (th) |
| 10 J | 0.00239005736138 kcal (th) |
| 20 J | 0.00478011472275 kcal (th) |
| 50 J | 0.0119502868069 kcal (th) |
| 100 J | 0.0239005736138 kcal (th) |
| 500 J | 0.119502868069 kcal (th) |
| 1000 J | 0.239005736138 kcal (th) |
Joule
The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, work, and heat, defined as the work done when a force of one newton acts over a distance of one meter.
History/Origin
The joule was named after James Prescott Joule in 1889 to honor his work in energy and thermodynamics. It was adopted as the SI unit of energy in 1948.
Current Use
The joule is widely used in physics, engineering, and everyday contexts to quantify energy, work, and heat in various applications, including electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics.
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 joule in kilocalorie (th)?
1 joule (J) = 0.000239005736138 kilocalorie (th) (kcal (th)).
How do you convert joule to kilocalorie (th)?
Multiply the joule value by 0.000239005736138. For example, 25 J × 0.000239005736138 = 0.00597514340344 kcal (th).
What is 10 joule in kilocalorie (th)?
10 J = 0.00239005736138 kcal (th).
Which unit is larger, the joule or the kilocalorie (th)?
The kilocalorie (th) is the larger unit: 1 J equals only 0.000239005736138 kcal (th).