Convert Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule
Instantly convert Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule with our advanced Energy calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) or Kilojoule, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.
What is a Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional)?
The Kilocalorie (kcal), often called simply 'Calorie' in nutrition, is equal to 1,000 small calories. It measures the energy people get from food.
What is a Kilojoule?
The Kilojoule (kJ) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 joules. It is famously used on food labels to express energy value (alongside calories).
How to Convert Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule
To convert Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule, multiply the Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) value by 4.184.
kJ = kcal × 4.184Manual Calculation Steps
Step 1: Identify the Formula
The standard formula to convert from Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule is:
kJ = kcal × 4.184Step 2: Plug in the Value
Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 kcal) into the formula.
Step 3: Calculate the Result
Perform the calculation to get the result in Kilojoule.
Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule Conversion Table
| Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) (kcal) | Kilojoule (kJ) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4.184 kJ |
| 5 | 20.92 kJ |
| 10 | 41.84 kJ |
| 25 | 104.6 kJ |
| 50 | 209.2 kJ |
| 100 | 418.4 kJ |
| 500 | 2092 kJ |
| 1000 | 4184 kJ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Kilojoule are in a Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional)?
There are 4.184 Kilojoule in 1 Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional).
What is the difference between Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) and Kilojoule?
Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) and Kilojoule are both units used to measure energy. The Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) is larger than the Kilojoule.
How do I convert Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule?
To convert Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) to Kilojoule, multiply the Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) value by 4.184. For example, to find out how many Kilojoule there are in a specific number of Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional), simply apply this formula.
What are the common uses of Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) and Kilojoule?
Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) and Kilojoule are commonly used in energy measurements. Kilocalorie (Food/Nutritional) is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Kilojoule.