Convert Thermochemical Calorie to Joule
Live bidirectional calculator for Thermochemical Calories (cal) and Joules (J) with verified formula and conversion charts.
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How the Calculation Works (Linear Scaling)
Since 1 Thermochemical Calorie = 4.184 Joules, multiply the value in Thermochemical Calories by 4.184.
Thermochemical Calorie to Joule Conversion Table
Precomputed values for quick reference and printing.
| Thermochemical Calorie | Joule |
|---|---|
| 1 cal | 4.184 J |
| 2 cal | 8.368 J |
| 3 cal | 12.552 J |
| 4 cal | 16.736 J |
| 5 cal | 20.92 J |
| 6 cal | 25.104 J |
| 7 cal | 29.288 J |
| 8 cal | 33.472 J |
| 9 cal | 37.656 J |
| 10 cal | 41.84 J |
| 15 cal | 62.76 J |
| 20 cal | 83.68 J |
| 25 cal | 104.6 J |
| 30 cal | 125.52 J |
| 40 cal | 167.36 J |
| 50 cal | 209.2 J |
| 75 cal | 313.8 J |
| 100 cal | 418.4 J |
| Joule | Thermochemical Calorie |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.239 cal |
| 2 J | 0.478 cal |
| 3 J | 0.717 cal |
| 4 J | 0.956 cal |
| 5 J | 1.195 cal |
| 6 J | 1.434 cal |
| 7 J | 1.673 cal |
| 8 J | 1.912 cal |
| 9 J | 2.1511 cal |
| 10 J | 2.3901 cal |
| 15 J | 3.5851 cal |
| 20 J | 4.7801 cal |
| 25 J | 5.9751 cal |
| 30 J | 7.1702 cal |
| 40 J | 9.5602 cal |
| 50 J | 11.9503 cal |
| 75 J | 17.9254 cal |
| 100 J | 23.9006 cal |
๐ Standard Benchmark Reference Values
Exact international thermochemical definition.
Exact RatioAbout Thermochemical Calorie (cal)
The thermochemical calorie is defined as exactly 4.184 joules.
History: Originally defined as the heat required to raise 1 gram of water by 1 ยฐC; standardized in 1935 as exactly 4.184 J.
Common Uses: Chemistry laboratory calorimetry, biochemical thermodynamics.
About Joule (J)
The SI coherent derived unit of energy, equal to the work done by a force of one newton over a distance of one meter (1 Nยทm or 1 Wยทs).
History: Named in honor of English physicist James Prescott Joule for his experiments on the mechanical equivalent of heat.
Common Uses: Physics, mechanical work, kinetic energy, laser pulse energy.
โ Frequently Asked Questions
How many Joules are in 1 Thermochemical Calorie?
There are exactly 4.184 Joules in 1 Thermochemical Calorie (1 cal = 4.184 J).
What is the formula to convert Thermochemical Calorie to Joule?
The formula is: Joule = Thermochemical Calorie ร 4.184. Since 1 Thermochemical Calorie = 4.184 Joules, multiply the value in Thermochemical Calories by 4.184.
How do I convert 1 cal to J manually?
To convert 1 cal to J: apply the formula Joule = Thermochemical Calorie ร 4.184. Substituting gives: 1 ร 4.184 = 4.184 J.