Convert kilojoule to calorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert kilojoule [kJ] to calorie (th) [cal (th)], or Convert calorie (th) to kilojoule.
1 kJ = 239.005736138 cal (th). To convert kilojoule to calorie (th), multiply the value by 239.005736138; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cal (th) = 0.004184 kJ). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kJ = 239.005736138 cal (th)
- 1 cal (th) = 0.004184 kJ
- 10 kJ = 2390.05736138 cal (th)
- 100 kJ = 23900.5736138 cal (th)
How to Convert Kilojoule to Calorie (Th)
1 kJ = 239.005736137667 cal (th)
Example: convert 15 kJ to cal (th):
15 kJ = 15 × 239.005736137667 cal (th) = 3585.08604206501 cal (th)
Kilojoule to Calorie (Th) Conversion Table
| kilojoule | calorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ | 239.005736138 cal (th) |
| 2 kJ | 478.011472275 cal (th) |
| 3 kJ | 717.017208413 cal (th) |
| 5 kJ | 1195.02868069 cal (th) |
| 10 kJ | 2390.05736138 cal (th) |
| 20 kJ | 4780.11472275 cal (th) |
| 50 kJ | 11950.2868069 cal (th) |
| 100 kJ | 23900.5736138 cal (th) |
| 500 kJ | 119502.868069 cal (th) |
| 1000 kJ | 239005.736138 cal (th) |
Kilojoule
A kilojoule (kJ) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 joules, used to quantify energy transfer or work done.
History/Origin
The kilojoule was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to provide a convenient scale for measuring energy, especially in fields like nutrition and physics, replacing the joule for larger quantities.
Current Use
The kilojoule is widely used in nutrition to express food energy content, in physics and engineering to measure energy transfer, and in various scientific and industrial applications within the 'Energy' converter category.
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 It has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts but remains in common use in some regions and fields.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 kilojoule in calorie (th)?
1 kilojoule (kJ) = 239.005736138 calorie (th) (cal (th)).
How do you convert kilojoule to calorie (th)?
Multiply the kilojoule value by 239.005736138. For example, 25 kJ × 239.005736138 = 5975.14340344 cal (th).
What is 10 kilojoule in calorie (th)?
10 kJ = 2390.05736138 cal (th).
Which unit is larger, the kilojoule or the calorie (th)?
The kilojoule is the larger unit: 1 kJ = 239.005736138 cal (th).