Calories to Joules Converter (cal to J)

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How to Convert Calories to Joules (cal to J)?
Conversion Example: Calories to Joules
Calories to Joules Conversion Table
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Convert Calories to Joules (cal to J)?

The conversion from calories to joules is simple: 1 calorie equals 4.184 joules. To convert, multiply the number of calories by 4.184.

Formula

\text{Joules} = \text{Calories} \times 4.184

Conversion Example: Calories to Joules

With these steps, you can easily convert calories to joules. Below, we provide practical examples to ensure that the procedure is clear and easy to follow.

Example 1

Example 1: Convert 100 calories to joules.

\text{Joules}: 100\,\text{Calories} = 100 \times 4.184 = 418.4\,\text{Joules}

Result: 100 calories equal 418.4 joules.

Example 2

Example 2: Convert 250 calories to joules.

\text{Joules}: 250\,\text{Calories} = 250 \times 4.184 = 1,046\,\text{Joules}

Result: 250 calories equal 1046 joules.

Calories to Joules Conversion Table

Calories	Joules
1 cal	4.184 J
10 cal	41.84 J
100 cal	418.4 J
1,000 cal	4,184 J
10,000 cal	41,840 J
100,000 cal	418,400 J
1,000,000 cal	4,184,000 J
10,000,000 cal	41,840,000 J
100,000,000 cal	418,400,000 J

Frequently Asked Questions

How many joules are in 1 calorie?

1 calorie is equal to 4.184 joules.

What is the formula to convert calories to joules?

The formula is: Joules = Calories × 4.184.

How many joules are in 500 calories?

500 calories are equal to 2,092 joules.

How many joules are in 1,000 calories?

1,000 calories are equal to 4,184 joules.

How many joules are in 250 calories?

250 calories are equal to 1,046 joules.

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