Convert microjoule to calorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert microjoule [µJ] to calorie (IT) [cal (IT)], or Convert calorie (IT) to microjoule.
How to Convert Microjoule to Calorie (It)
1 µJ = 2.38845896627496e-07 cal (IT)
Example: convert 15 µJ to cal (IT):
15 µJ = 15 × 2.38845896627496e-07 cal (IT) = 3.58268844941244e-06 cal (IT)
Microjoule to Calorie (It) Conversion Table
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Microjoule
A microjoule (µJ) is a unit of energy equal to one millionth of a joule, used to measure small amounts of energy.
History/Origin
The microjoule was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate the measurement of very small energy quantities, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, with the adoption of the International System of Units (SI).
Current Use
Microjoules are commonly used in fields such as electronics, physics, and biology to quantify small energy transfers, signals, or reactions, often in research and technical applications.
Calorie (It)
The calorie (cal) is a unit of energy traditionally used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius at standard atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The calorie was originally defined in the 19th century as a unit of heat energy in thermodynamics. It has historically been used in nutrition and physics, but has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts. The 'small calorie' (cal) is distinct from the 'large calorie' (kcal), which is commonly used in food energy labeling.
Current Use
Today, the calorie is primarily used in nutrition to measure the energy content of foods and beverages, although the SI unit of energy, the joule, is increasingly preferred in scientific and technical fields.