Kilocalorie To Microjoule Converter

(kcal to µJ converter)

Seamlessly Convert Kilocalories to Microjoules


(Last Updated On: 2024-10-16)

Embark on a seamless conversion journey from Kilocalories IT to Microjoules with our precision tool, designed to satiate your scientific calculations.

What are Kilocalorie and Microjoule

Definition of Kilocalorie

A kilocalorie, symbolized as kcal, is a unit of energy commonly used in food to represent the amount of energy that food provides. One kilocalorie is equivalent to 1,000 small calories, where 'calorie' refers to the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius. This unit is often used in nutrition to quantify the energy that food provides to the body.

Definition of Microjoule

A microjoule (µJ) is a unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI), equivalent to one millionth of a joule. The joule is the SI derived unit of energy, representing the work done when a force of one newton displaces a mass over one meter. Therefore, a microjoule is a very small amount of energy, used to measure energy at microscopic scales or for very small, precise energy transactions.

Kilocalorie to Microjoule Conversion Table

Kilocalorie IT (kcal) Microjoule (µJ)
1 kcal 4,184,000,000 µJ
2 kcal 8,368,000,000 µJ
3 kcal 12,552,000,000 µJ
4 kcal 16,736,000,000 µJ
5 kcal 20,920,000,000 µJ
10 kcal 41,840,000,000 µJ
15 kcal 62,760,000,000 µJ
20 kcal 83,680,000,000 µJ
25 kcal 104,600,000,000 µJ
30 kcal 125,520,000,000 µJ

Conversion of Kilocalorie to Microjoule

1 kcal = 4,184,000,000 µJ
1 µJ = 1/4,184,000,000 kcal

Example 1:
convert 5 kcal to µJ:
5 kcal = 5 × 4,184,000,000 µJ = 20,920,000,000 µJ

Example 2:
convert 2.5 kcal to µJ:
2.5 kcal = 2.5 × 4,184,000,000 µJ = 10,460,000,000 µJ

History of Kilocalorie and Microjoule

The Kilocalorie IT to Microjoule Converter is a modern tool developed to aid in the precise conversion of energy units. Its creation is rooted in the scientific community's need to easily convert between different measurements of energy, particularly for dietary energy content and small-scale energy needs.

How to use Kilocalorie to Microjoule Converter

Real Life Applications of Kilocalorie to Microjoule

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Solved Examples kcal to µJ

Example 1:
To convert 3 kcal to microjoules:
3 kcal = 3 × 4,184,000,000 µJ = 12,552,000,000 µJ

Example 2:
To convert 7 kcal to microjoules:
7 kcal = 7 × 4,184,000,000 µJ = 29,288,000,000 µJ

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the Kilocalorie IT to Microjoule Converter do?
This tool precisely converts energy values from kilocalories to microjoules.

2. How accurate is the conversion?
The converter uses standardized values, ensuring highly accurate results.

3. Is this converter useful for dieticians and nutritionists?
Yes, it's an essential tool for professionals who need to convert food energy units.