calorie to joule
Live calorie (cal) to joule (J) converter. Plus a 10-value reference table and FAQs.
Conversion table
Ten sample values from calorie to joule. Use the converter above for arbitrary values.
| calorie (cal) | → | joule (J) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 cal | → | 0.004184 J |
| 0.01 cal | → | 0.04184 J |
| 0.1 cal | → | 0.4184 J |
| 0.5 cal | → | 2.092 J |
| 1 cal | → | 4.184 J |
| 2 cal | → | 8.368 J |
| 5 cal | → | 20.92 J |
| 10 cal | → | 41.84 J |
| 100 cal | → | 418.4 J |
| 1,000 cal | → | 4,184 J |
About the calorie
4.184 J. The energy to heat 1 g water by 1 °C.
About the joule
SI unit of energy. 1 N·m.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert calorie to joule?
Multiply the calorie value by 4.184 to get it in joule. For example, 10 cal = 41.84 J.
What is 1 cal in J?
1 cal = 4.184 J.
What is 100 cal in J?
100 cal = 418.4 J.
What is the formula?
Linear: multiply by 4.184 (the unit factor ratio).
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