Discover the simplicity of tracking your energy intake with our Calorie to Kilocalorie Converter. Developed by Newtum, this tool sparks curiosity and encourages further exploration.
A Calorie, with a capital 'C,' typically denotes a kilocalorie and is the amount of energy required to heat one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius. This unit of energy is commonly used in food to indicate the amount of energy that food provides when consumed.
Definition of KilocalorieA Kilocalorie, equal to 1000 calories (with a lowercase 'c'), represents a unit of energy. It is the energy needed to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius. In dietary terms, it is used to quantify the energy content in food and is often referred to simply as 'calorie' in everyday language.
| Calorie | Kilocalorie |
|---|---|
| 1 Cal | 0.001 kcal |
| 10 Cal | 0.01 kcal |
| 100 Cal | 0.1 kcal |
| 200 Cal | 0.2 kcal |
| 300 Cal | 0.3 kcal |
| 400 Cal | 0.4 kcal |
| 500 Cal | 0.5 kcal |
| 600 Cal | 0.6 kcal |
| 700 Cal | 0.7 kcal |
| 800 Cal | 0.8 kcal |
1 Cal = 0.001 kcal
100 Cal = 0.1 kcal
Example 1:
Convert 250 Cal to kcal:
250 Cal = 250 × 0.001 kcal = 0.25 kcal
Example 2:
Convert 1500 Cal to kcal:
1500 Cal = 1500 × 0.001 kcal = 1.5 kcal
The Calorie to Kilocalorie Converter has its roots in the 19th century when the concept of calories was first used to measure energy in food. Over time, as nutritional science advanced, the need for a simple conversion method became evident, leading to the creation of converters that facilitate dietary planning and energy tracking.
Unveiling the practical uses of our Calorie to Kilocalorie Converter, this tool is essential for anyone monitoring their dietary habits.
Example 1:
Convert 500 Cal to kcal:
500 Cal = 500 × 0.001 kcal = 0.5 kcal
Example 2:
Convert 1200 Cal to kcal:
1200 Cal = 1200 × 0.001 kcal = 1.2 kcal
