Online calculator to convert kilocalories to calories (kcal to cal) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Energy units.
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between kilocalories and calories.
What is a kilocalorie (kcal)?
A kilocalorie is a unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI). The symbol for kilocalorie is kcal. There are 0.001 kilocalories in a calorie. A kilocalorie is measured as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water by 1°C from a standard initial temperature at a pressure of 1 atmosphere. A kilocalorie is also called a "large calorie" or "kilogram calorie".
What is a calorie (cal)?
A calorie (or thermochemical calorie) is a unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI). The symbol for calorie is cal. There are 1,000 calories in a kilocalorie. A calorie is measured as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1°C from a standard initial temperature at a pressure of 1 atmosphere. A calorie is also called a "small calorie" or "gram calorie".
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from kilocalories to calories is:
calories = kilocalories x 1,000
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from kilocalories to calories (kcal to cal).
Kilocalorie to Calorie Conversion Example
Task: Convert 4 kilocalories to calories (show work) Formula: kilocalories x 1,000 = calories Calculations: 4 kilocalories x 1,000 = 4,000 calories Result: 4 kilocalories is equal to 4,000 calories
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from kilocalories to calories.
Kilocalories to Calories Conversion Chart
| kilocalories (kcal) | calories (cal) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal | 1,000 cal |
| 2 kcal | 2,000 cal |
| 3 kcal | 3,000 cal |
| 4 kcal | 4,000 cal |
| 5 kcal | 5,000 cal |
| 6 kcal | 6,000 cal |
| 7 kcal | 7,000 cal |
| 8 kcal | 8,000 cal |
| 9 kcal | 9,000 cal |
| 10 kcal | 10,000 cal |
| 20 kcal | 20,000 cal |
| 30 kcal | 30,000 cal |
| 40 kcal | 40,000 cal |
| 50 kcal | 50,000 cal |
| 75 kcal | 75,000 cal |
| 100 kcal | 100,000 cal |
| 250 kcal | 250,000 cal |
| 500 kcal | 500,000 cal |
| 750 kcal | 750,000 cal |
| 1,000 kcal | 1,000,000 cal |
| 2,500 kcal | 2,500,000 cal |
| 5,000 kcal | 5,000,000 cal |
| 7,500 kcal | 7,500,000 cal |
| 10,000 kcal | 10,000,000 cal |
| 25,000 kcal | 25,000,000 cal |
| 50,000 kcal | 50,000,000 cal |
| 75,000 kcal | 75,000,000 cal |
| 100,000 kcal | 100,000,000 cal |
| 250,000 kcal | 250,000,000 cal |
Related Units
This table provides a summary of the Energy units within their respective measurement systems.
| Unit | Symbol | Measurement System |
|---|---|---|
| calories (thermochemical) | cal | International System of Units (SI) |
| kilocalories | kcal | International System of Units (SI) |
| British Thermal Unit | BTU or Btu | Imperial System |
| joules | J | International System of Units (SI) |
| kilojoules | kJ | International System of Units (SI) |
| megajoules | MJ | International System of Units (SI) |
| gigajoules | GJ | International System of Units (SI) |
| terajoules | TJ | International System of Units (SI) |
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