Convert Kilocalorie to Erg
Convert kilocalories to ergs by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kilocalories to Ergs
The kilocalorie and erg are both units of energy. By definition, 1 kilocalorie equals exactly 41840000000 ergs. This means to convert kilocalories to ergs, you multiply by 41840000000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kcal to ergs:
We need to convert kilocalories to ergs
Since 1 kcal = 41840000000 erg, multiply by 41840000000
5 × 41840000000 = 209200000000
5 kcal = 209200000000 erg
Kilocalorie to Erg Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilocalorie to erg conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilocalories (kcal) | Ergs (erg) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kcal | 4184000000 erg |
| 0.5 kcal | 20920000000 erg |
| 1 kcal | 41840000000 erg |
| 2 kcal | 83680000000 erg |
| 5 kcal | 209200000000 erg |
| 10 kcal | 418400000000 erg |
| 25 kcal | 1.046e12 erg |
| 50 kcal | 2.092e12 erg |
| 100 kcal | 4.184e12 erg |
About These Units
Kilocalorie (kcal)
A kilocalorie (kcal), often written as "Calorie" (capital C) on food labels, equals 1,000 small calories or 4,184 joules. Kilocalories measure food energy. Average adult needs 2,000-2,500 kcal daily. Walking one mile burns about 80-100 kcal.
Erg (erg)
An erg is the CGS (centimeter-gram-second) unit of energy equal to 10⁻⁷ joules or 1 dyne-centimeter. Ergs appear in older scientific literature and some astronomical calculations. One joule equals 10 million ergs. Rarely used in modern applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilocalories to ergs?
To convert kilocalories to ergs, multiply the value by 41840000000. For example, 10 kcal = 418400000000 erg.
How many ergs are in 1 kilocalorie?
1 kilocalorie equals 41840000000 ergs.
What is the formula for kilocalories to ergs?
The formula is: erg = kcal × 41840000000.