Convert kilocalorie (IT) to calorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)] to calorie (th) [cal (th)], or Convert calorie (th) to kilocalorie (IT).
1 kcal (IT) = 1000.66921606 cal (th). To convert kilocalorie (IT) to calorie (th), multiply the value by 1000.66921606; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cal (th) = 0.000999331231489 kcal (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 kcal (IT) = 1000.66921606 cal (th)
- 1 cal (th) = 0.000999331231489 kcal (IT)
- 10 kcal (IT) = 10006.6921606 cal (th)
- 100 kcal (IT) = 100066.921606 cal (th)
How to Convert Kilocalorie (It) to Calorie (Th)
1 kcal (IT) = 1000.66921606119 cal (th)
Example: convert 15 kcal (IT) to cal (th):
15 kcal (IT) = 15 × 1000.66921606119 cal (th) = 15010.0382409178 cal (th)
Kilocalorie (It) to Calorie (Th) Conversion Table
| kilocalorie (IT) | calorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal (IT) | 1000.66921606 cal (th) |
| 2 kcal (IT) | 2001.33843212 cal (th) |
| 3 kcal (IT) | 3002.00764818 cal (th) |
| 5 kcal (IT) | 5003.34608031 cal (th) |
| 10 kcal (IT) | 10006.6921606 cal (th) |
| 20 kcal (IT) | 20013.3843212 cal (th) |
| 50 kcal (IT) | 50033.4608031 cal (th) |
| 100 kcal (IT) | 100066.921606 cal (th) |
| 500 kcal (IT) | 500334.608031 cal (th) |
| 1000 kcal (IT) | 1000669.21606 cal (th) |
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.
Calorie (Th)
The calorie (th) is a unit of energy used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius.
History/Origin
The calorie (th) was historically used in the context of thermochemistry and nutrition, originating from the calorie concept in the 19th century. It has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts but remains in common use in some regions and fields.
Current Use
Today, the calorie (th) is primarily used in nutrition labeling and food energy measurements, especially in regions where the thermochemical calorie is still recognized, although the joule is the SI standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilocalorie (IT) in calorie (th)?
1 kilocalorie (IT) (kcal (IT)) = 1000.66921606 calorie (th) (cal (th)).
How do you convert kilocalorie (IT) to calorie (th)?
Multiply the kilocalorie (IT) value by 1000.66921606. For example, 25 kcal (IT) × 1000.66921606 = 25016.7304015 cal (th).
What is 10 kilocalorie (IT) in calorie (th)?
10 kcal (IT) = 10006.6921606 cal (th).
Which unit is larger, the kilocalorie (IT) or the calorie (th)?
The kilocalorie (IT) is the larger unit: 1 kcal (IT) = 1000.66921606 cal (th).