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Joule to Kilocalorie (IT) Converter
Use this page to convert joule values into kilocalorie (it), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 J = 0.000238845896627496 kcal IT
1 kcal IT = 4,186.8 J
Example: 120 J = 0.0286615075952995 kcal IT
Joule
A joule is the work done by a force of one newton through one meter.
History: It is named after James Prescott Joule.
Current use: Joules are used in physics, engineering, and energy calculations.
Also written as J, joules.
Kilocalorie (IT)
A kilocalorie (IT) equals 4,186.8 joules.
History: The International Table calorie is one standardized calorie definition used in thermodynamics.
Current use: Kilocalories are used in nutrition, thermodynamics, and energy comparisons.
Also written as kcal IT, kcal, kilocalorie, kilocalories.
Joule to Kilocalorie (IT) table
| Joule [J] | Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal IT] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 J | 0.00000238845896627496 kcal IT |
| 0.1 J | 0.0000238845896627496 kcal IT |
| 1 J | 0.000238845896627496 kcal IT |
| 2 J | 0.000477691793254992 kcal IT |
| 5 J | 0.00119422948313748 kcal IT |
| 10 J | 0.00238845896627496 kcal IT |
| 20 J | 0.00477691793254992 kcal IT |
| 50 J | 0.0119422948313748 kcal IT |
| 100 J | 0.0238845896627496 kcal IT |
Frequently asked questions
How many Kilocalorie (IT) (kcal IT) are in one Joule (J)?
One Joule equals 0.000238845896627496 Kilocalorie (IT).
How do you convert Joule to Kilocalorie (IT)?
Multiply the Joule value by 0.000238845896627496 to get the result in Kilocalorie (IT).
How do you convert Kilocalorie (IT) back to Joule?
Multiply the Kilocalorie (IT) value by 4,186.8 to get back to Joule.
What is 120 Joule in Kilocalorie (IT)?
120 Joule equals 0.0286615075952995 Kilocalorie (IT).