Calorie (IT) per Gram to Kilojoule per Kilogram Conversion

Convert between Calorie (IT) per Gram and Kilojoule per Kilogram quickly and accurately.

cal/g
kJ/kg

How to Convert Calorie (IT) per Gram to Kilojoule per Kilogram

Conversion Formula

1 cal/g = 4.187 kJ/kg
1 kJ/kg = 0.239 cal/g

Example

Convert 15 cal/g to kJ/kg:

15 cal/g = 15 × 4.187 kJ/kg = 62.802 kJ/kg

Unit Information

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Calorie (IT) per Gram

cal/g

Definition

The calorie (IT) per gram (cal/g) is a unit of specific energy in the International Table calorie system, representing the energy content per unit mass. It is commonly used in food science, nutrition, and some engineering applications where calorie-based energy measurements are preferred.

History/Origin

Derived from the International Table calorie system, this unit was historically used in food science and nutrition where calorie measurements were standard. It became widely adopted in industries requiring calorie-based energy density calculations.

Current Use

Primarily used in food science, nutrition analysis, and some engineering applications where calorie-based measurements are standard. It is essential for calculating energy content of food products and in certain fuel efficiency calculations using calorie units.

Multiplier

4186.8

Offset

0

Kilojoule per Kilogram

kJ/kg

Definition

The kilojoule per kilogram (kJ/kg) is a multiple of the SI unit of specific energy, equal to 1,000 joule per kilogram. It is commonly used for larger energy density values encountered in fuel analysis, combustion engineering, and energy storage applications, providing a more convenient scale for substantial energy densities.

History/Origin

As a metric multiple, the kilojoule per kilogram naturally arose with the widespread adoption of the SI system, providing a practical scale for expressing significant energy densities. Its use became prevalent in industries dealing with substantial energy storage and fuel analysis.

Current Use

Frequently applied in fuel efficiency calculations, energy storage system design, and combustion analysis where energy densities are considerable. It is essential for calculations involving high-energy materials and fuel efficiency assessments in automotive and aerospace industries.

Multiplier

1000

Offset

0

Calorie (IT) per Gram to Kilojoule per Kilogram Conversion Table

Calorie (IT) per Gram [cal/g] Kilojoule per Kilogram [kJ/kg]
1 cal/g 4.1868 kJ/kg
10 cal/g 41.868 kJ/kg
25 cal/g 104.67 kJ/kg
50 cal/g 209.34 kJ/kg
100 cal/g 418.68 kJ/kg
0 cal/g 0E+0 kJ/kg
-10 cal/g -41.868 kJ/kg
-40 cal/g -167.472 kJ/kg