Convert kilogram-force centimeter to calorie (nutritional)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force centimeter [kgf*cm] to calorie (nutritional) [Cal], or Convert calorie (nutritional) to kilogram-force centimeter.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Calorie (Nutritional)
1 kgf*cm = 2.34227811216203e-05 Cal
Example: convert 15 kgf*cm to Cal:
15 kgf*cm = 15 × 2.34227811216203e-05 Cal = 0.000351341716824305 Cal
Kilogram-Force Centimeter to Calorie (Nutritional) Conversion Table
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Kilogram-Force Centimeter
Kilogram-force centimeter (kgf·cm) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one kilogram-force applied at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force centimeter originated from the use of the kilogram-force as a unit of force in the metric system, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length, primarily used in mechanical and engineering contexts before the widespread adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, kgf·cm is largely considered a non-SI unit and is used in certain engineering fields, such as torque measurement in automotive and mechanical applications, but is being gradually replaced by SI units like Newton-meter (Nm).
Calorie (Nutritional)
A calorie (Cal) is a unit of energy used to measure the amount of energy provided by food and beverages, specifically representing the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius.
History/Origin
The calorie was first introduced in the 19th century as a unit to quantify energy in nutrition. It has since become a standard measure in dietary and nutritional contexts, although the scientific community often prefers the joule as the SI unit of energy.
Current Use
Calories are widely used in nutrition to quantify the energy content of food and beverages, helping consumers manage dietary intake and energy balance. The term 'Calorie' with a capital 'C' typically refers to kilocalories (kcal), which are equivalent to 1,000 small calories.