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Calorie to Joule
Convert measurements between Calorie and Joule.
Common conversions
1cal = 4.184 J
5cal = 20.92 J
10cal = 41.84 J
24cal = 100.416 J
32cal = 133.888 J
55cal = 230.12 J
Conversion information
1 Calorie = 4.184 Joule
Energy needed to raise 1 g of water by 1°C.
SI unit of energy, equals one newton meter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a calorie?
It is the energy needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by 1°C.
Where is the calorie used?
In nutrition and science to measure thermal energy.
What is a joule?
It is the basic unit of energy in the International System, equal to the energy transferred when a force of one newton moves an object one meter.
Where is the joule used?
It is used in physics, engineering, and chemistry to measure energy, work, and heat.