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Convert kilocalories to joules (kcal to J)

Convert kilocalories to joules

Convert energy from kilocalories (kcal) to joules (J) online.

Conversion factor
1 kcal = 4184 J

Multiply the value in kilocalories by 4184.

Value table

kcal J
1 4184
5 20920
10 41840
50 209200
100 418400
1000 4.1840e+6

Help

kilocalorie: A kilocalorie (kcal) is equal to 1000 calories. In everyday life, it is what is called a “calorie” when calculating the energy value of food.

joule: Joule (J) is a unit of measurement of work and energy in the SI system. Equal to the work done by a force of 1 Newton when moving 1 meter.

Questions and answers

How many joules are in 1 kcal?
Answer: 4184.

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