Calorie to Joule Converter

Convert Calorie (cal) to Joule (J) instantly. Free online energy conversion calculator.

About Calorie

Symbol: cal

Category: Energy

Description

The calorie (cal) is the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C. Used in chemistry and physics.

Common Uses

  • General measurements
  • Scientific calculations
  • Engineering applications

Benefits

  • Standardized measurement
  • Widely recognized
  • Precise calculations

Quick Facts

  • Part of measurement system
  • Used in various applications

About Joule

Symbol: J

Category: Energy

Description

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy. One joule equals the work done by a force of one newton over one meter.

Common Uses

  • General measurements
  • Scientific calculations
  • Engineering applications

Benefits

  • Standardized measurement
  • Widely recognized
  • Precise calculations

Quick Facts

  • Part of measurement system
  • Used in various applications

Calorie to Joule Conversion Table

CalorieJoule
1 cal4.184 J
5 cal20.92 J
10 cal41.84 J
25 cal104.6 J
50 cal209.2 J
100 cal418.4 J
500 cal2092 J
1000 cal4184 J
How to Convert Calorie to Joule

To convert from Calorie (cal) to Joule (J), multiply the value by 4.184.

Formula:
J = cal × 4.184

Example:
1 cal = 4.184 J