Calorie (th) per Gram to Kilojoule per Kilogram Conversion

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

cal (th)/g
kJ/kg

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

Conversion Formula

1 cal (th)/g = 4.184 kJ/kg
1 kJ/kg = 0.239 cal (th)/g

Example

Convert 15 cal (th)/g to kJ/kg:

15 cal (th)/g = 15 × 4.184 kJ/kg = 62.76 kJ/kg

Unit Information

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Calorie (th) per Gram

cal (th)/g

Definition

The calorie (th) per gram (cal (th)/g) is a unit of specific energy in the thermochemical calorie system, representing the energy content per unit mass. It is used in thermochemistry and some scientific applications where thermochemical calorie measurements are required.

History/Origin

Derived from the thermochemical calorie system, this unit was developed for precise thermochemical calculations. It became standard in scientific applications requiring exact energy measurements in thermochemical processes.

Current Use

Used in thermochemistry, scientific research, and applications requiring precise energy measurements. It is essential for accurate thermochemical calculations and in scientific contexts where thermochemical calorie units are standard.

Multiplier

4184

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 (th) per Gram to Kilojoule per Kilogram Conversion Table

Calorie (th) per Gram [cal (th)/g] Kilojoule per Kilogram [kJ/kg]
1 cal (th)/g 4.184 kJ/kg
10 cal (th)/g 41.84 kJ/kg
25 cal (th)/g 104.6 kJ/kg
50 cal (th)/g 209.2 kJ/kg
100 cal (th)/g 418.4 kJ/kg
0 cal (th)/g 0E+0 kJ/kg
-10 cal (th)/g -41.84 kJ/kg
-40 cal (th)/g -167.36 kJ/kg