EXACT CONVERSION FORMULA
Calories (cal) = Joules (J) รท 4.184
1 thermochemical calorie is defined as exactly 4.184 Joules. Divide Joules by 4.184.
Joules to Calories Conversion Table
Quick reference lookup table for converting common values from joules to calories:
| Joules (J) | Calories (cal) |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.2390057361 cal |
| 4.184 J | 1 cal |
| 10 J | 2.390057361 cal |
| 50 J | 11.95028681 cal |
| 100 J | 23.90057361 cal |
| 500 J | 119.5028681 cal |
| 1000 J | 239.0057361 cal |
| 4184 J | 1000 cal |
Practical Examples
4.184 J = 1 cal
1 calorie energy
4,184 J = 1,000 cal (1 kcal)
1 food Calorie (kcal)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in 1 Joule?
1 Joule equals approximately 0.239005 calories.