Calorie (th) per Gram per Degree Celsius to Kilojoule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius Conversion

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

cal/(g·°C)
kJ/(kg·°C)

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

Conversion Formula

1 cal/(g·°C) = 4.184 kJ/(kg·°C)
1 kJ/(kg·°C) = 0.239 cal/(g·°C)

Example

Convert 15 cal/(g·°C) to kJ/(kg·°C):

15 cal/(g·°C) = 15 × 4.184 kJ/(kg·°C) = 62.76 kJ/(kg·°C)

Unit Information

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Calorie (th) per Gram per Degree Celsius

cal/(g·°C)

Definition

The calorie (th) per gram per degree Celsius (cal/(g·°C)) is a unit of specific heat capacity equal to 4184 joules per kilogram per kelvin. It represents the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of a substance by one degree Celsius, commonly used in thermochemical applications.

History/Origin

Developed as part of the thermochemical calorie system for precise specific heat capacity measurements, this unit became standard in thermochemical and specialized thermal engineering applications. It provides a precise measure for specific heat capacity using thermochemical calorie units.

Current Use

Used in thermochemical applications, specialized thermal engineering, and research contexts where thermochemical calorie units are specified. It is essential for precise thermal calculations, thermochemical analysis, and specialized thermal engineering applications.

Multiplier

4184

Offset

0

Kilojoule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius

kJ/(kg·°C)

Definition

The kilojoule per kilogram per degree Celsius (kJ/(kg·°C)) is a unit of specific heat capacity equal to 1000 joules per kilogram per kelvin. It represents the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of a substance by one degree Celsius, commonly used in thermal engineering and HVAC applications.

History/Origin

Developed for thermal engineering and HVAC applications where kilojoule and Celsius units are preferred, this unit became standard in building thermal analysis and HVAC system design. It provides a practical measure for specific heat capacity in contexts where kilojoule and Celsius units are more appropriate.

Current Use

Widely used in HVAC system design, building thermal analysis, and energy efficiency applications. It is essential for calculating heat transfer rates, designing thermal insulation, and analyzing thermal performance in building and HVAC applications.

Multiplier

1000

Offset

0

Calorie (th) per Gram per Degree Celsius to Kilojoule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius Conversion Table

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

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