Convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calories per Gram-Celsius
Instantly convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)) to Calories per Gram-Celsius (cal/(g·°C)) with our free online calculator.
Formula: kJ/(kg·K) to cal/(g·°C) — multiply by 0.239006
Reference Table
| Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)) | Calories per Gram-Celsius (cal/(g·°C)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.239006 |
| 5 | 1.19503 |
| 10 | 2.39006 |
| 25 | 5.97514 |
| 50 | 11.9503 |
| 100 | 23.9006 |
How to Convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calories per Gram-Celsius
Formula
To convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)) to Calories per Gram-Celsius (cal/(g·°C)): multiply by 0.239006
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)).
- Multiply by 0.239006 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Calories per Gram-Celsius (cal/(g·°C)).
Conversion Factor
1 kJ/(kg·K) = 0.239006 cal/(g·°C)
Reverse Factor
1 cal/(g·°C) = 4.184 kJ/(kg·K)
Worked Example
Convert 25 Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calories per Gram-Celsius: 25 kJ/(kg·K) = 5.97514 cal/(g·°C)
About Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin (kJ/(kg·K))
A metric specific-heat unit equal to 1,000 J/(kg·K). Because most common substances have specific heats in the 0.3–5 kJ/(kg·K) range, many European and international thermodynamics textbooks default to kJ/(kg·K) to keep numbers human-readable. Water is 4.186 kJ/(kg·K); steel ~0.49 kJ/(kg·K); liquid nitrogen ~1.04 kJ/(kg·K). Steam tables and refrigerant property tables typically list values in kJ/(kg·K).
About Calorie per Gram-Celsius (cal/(g·°C))
A CGS specific-heat unit historically used in chemistry and food science. By the original definition of the calorie, water has a specific heat of exactly 1 cal/(g·°C) — the basis on which both the unit and the property coevolved. Numerically identical to kcal/(kg·°C). Chemistry textbooks and nutrition science papers from the 20th century frequently reported specific heats in this unit, and calorimetry experiments in education still use it.
Quick Facts
- 1 Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin equals 0.239006 Calories per Gram-Celsius
- 1 Calorie per Gram-Celsius equals 4.184 Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin
- Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin is a unit of specific heat capacity
- Calorie per Gram-Celsius is a unit of specific heat capacity
- This conversion is commonly used in thermal design, material selection, and climate modelling
- The Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin belongs to the metric system
Common Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calorie per Gram-Celsius Conversions
| Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)) | Calories per Gram-Celsius (cal/(g·°C)) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.00239006 |
| 0.1 | 0.0239006 |
| 0.25 | 0.0597514 |
| 0.5 | 0.119503 |
| 1 | 0.239006 |
| 2 | 0.478011 |
| 3 | 0.717017 |
| 5 | 1.19503 |
| 10 | 2.39006 |
| 15 | 3.58509 |
| 20 | 4.78011 |
| 25 | 5.97514 |
| 50 | 11.9503 |
| 75 | 17.9254 |
| 100 | 23.9006 |
| 250 | 59.7514 |
| 500 | 119.503 |
| 1000 | 239.006 |
| 5000 | 1195.03 |
| 10000 | 2390.06 |
Understanding Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin
The Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin (symbol: kJ/(kg·K)) is a unit of specific heat capacity. A metric specific-heat unit equal to 1,000 J/(kg·K). Because most common substances have specific heats in the 0.3–5 kJ/(kg·K) range, many European and international thermodynamics textbooks default to kJ/(kg·K) to keep numbers human-readable. Water is 4.186 kJ/(kg·K); steel ~0.49 kJ/(kg·K); liquid nitrogen ~1.04 kJ/(kg·K). Steam tables and refrigerant property tables typically list values in kJ/(kg·K).
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin are commonly used in thermal design, material selection, and climate modelling.
Understanding Calories per Gram-Celsius
The Calorie per Gram-Celsius (symbol: cal/(g·°C)) is a unit of specific heat capacity. A CGS specific-heat unit historically used in chemistry and food science. By the original definition of the calorie, water has a specific heat of exactly 1 cal/(g·°C) — the basis on which both the unit and the property coevolved. Numerically identical to kcal/(kg·°C). Chemistry textbooks and nutrition science papers from the 20th century frequently reported specific heats in this unit, and calorimetry experiments in education still use it.
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Calories per Gram-Celsius are commonly used in thermal design, material selection, and climate modelling.
Why Convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calories per Gram-Celsius?
Converting between Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin and Calories per Gram-Celsius is a frequent requirement for engineers, scientists, and students working with specific heat capacity values. Different industries and regions favour different unit systems, so having a dependable conversion tool saves time and prevents errors in technical calculations. Whether you are verifying a specification sheet, cross-checking simulation results, or preparing a report for an international audience, accurate specific heat capacity conversion is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calories per Gram-Celsius?
A metric specific-heat unit equal to 1,000 J/(kg·K). To convert Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calories per Gram-Celsius, multiply by 0.239006. For example, 25 kJ/(kg·K) equals 5.97514 cal/(g·°C).
How many Calories per Gram-Celsius are in 1 Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin?
There are 0.239006 Calories per Gram-Celsius in 1 Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin.
How many Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin are in 1 Calorie per Gram-Celsius?
There are 4.184 Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin in 1 Calorie per Gram-Celsius.
What is the formula for Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin to Calorie per Gram-Celsius conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 0.239006. This means 1 kJ/(kg·K) = 0.239006 cal/(g·°C).
Is a Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin bigger than a Calorie per Gram-Celsius?
Yes. One Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin is larger than one Calorie per Gram-Celsius because 1 kJ/(kg·K) equals 0.239006 cal/(g·°C), which is less than 1.
When do you need to convert between Kilojoules per Kilogram-Kelvin and Calories per Gram-Celsius?
A CGS specific-heat unit historically used in chemistry and food science. Kilojoule per Kilogram-Kelvin and Calorie per Gram-Celsius are both specific heat units, so conversion comes up whenever one source of information uses one unit and another uses the other — a classic cross-reference challenge in engineering, trade, travel, and everyday life.