Convert megajoule to kilocalorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert megajoule [MJ] to kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)], or Convert kilocalorie (IT) to megajoule.
How to Convert Megajoule to Kilocalorie (It)
1 MJ = 238.845896627496 kcal (IT)
Example: convert 15 MJ to kcal (IT):
15 MJ = 15 × 238.845896627496 kcal (IT) = 3582.68844941244 kcal (IT)
Megajoule to Kilocalorie (It) Conversion Table
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Megajoule
A megajoule (MJ) is a unit of energy equal to one million joules.
History/Origin
The megajoule was introduced as part of the metric system to measure large amounts of energy, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, aligning with the SI units established in the 20th century.
Current Use
The megajoule is used in fields such as physics, engineering, and energy industries to quantify large energy quantities, including in energy production, consumption, and scientific research.
Kilocalorie (It)
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 calories, commonly used to measure the energy content of food and beverages.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie originated in the 19th century as a measure of heat energy, primarily used in nutrition and thermodynamics. It became standard in dietary contexts to quantify food energy intake.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is widely used in nutrition to express the energy content of foods and beverages, and in scientific contexts related to energy measurement in biological and physical systems.