Kilocalories to Calories Converter
Calories (cal):
Usage Instructions:
Objective: Convert kilocalories (kcal) to calories (cal).
Steps:
- Enter Kilocalories: Input the energy in kilocalories.
- Click "Convert to cal": Press the button to convert kilocalories to calories.
- View the Result: The converted energy in calories will be displayed in the result box.
To convert kilocalories (kcal) to calories (cal), you need to recognize that 1 kilocalorie equals 1,000 calories.
Conversion Formula
Calories (cal) = Kilocalories (kcal) × 1,000
Example Conversions
Here are some example conversions using this formula:
| Kilocalories (kcal) | Formula | Calories (cal) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kcal | 1 × 1,000 | 1,000 cal |
| 5 kcal | 5 × 1,000 | 5,000 cal |
| 10 kcal | 10 × 1,000 | 10,000 cal |
| 50 kcal | 50 × 1,000 | 50,000 cal |
| 100 kcal | 100 × 1,000 | 100,000 cal |
How to Convert kcal to cal
- Identify the Value in Kilocalories: For example, 7 kcal.
- Apply the Conversion Formula:
- Multiply the number of kilocalories by 1,000.
- For 7 kcal:
- Calculation: 7 × 1,000 = 7,000 cal.
Practical Uses
- Nutrition: Food energy values are often expressed in kilocalories, but some contexts (like labels) may use calories.
- Exercise: Calculating the amount of energy burned during physical activity.
- Science: Understanding energy consumption or production in calories for various systems.
Summary
To convert kilocalories to calories, multiply the number of kilocalories by 1,000. For instance, 1 kilocalorie equals 1,000 calories, and 50 kilocalories equals 50,000 calories. This conversion is useful in nutrition and energy-related calculations.
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