Convert gram-force centimeter to calorie (nutritional)
Please provide values below to convert gram-force centimeter [gf*cm] to calorie (nutritional) [Cal], or Convert calorie (nutritional) to gram-force centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force Centimeter to Calorie (Nutritional)
1 gf*cm = 2.34227811216203e-08 Cal
Example: convert 15 gf*cm to Cal:
15 gf*cm = 15 × 2.34227811216203e-08 Cal = 3.51341716824305e-07 Cal
Gram-Force Centimeter to Calorie (Nutritional) Conversion Table
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Gram-Force Centimeter
Gram-force centimeter (gf·cm) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one gram-force applied at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The gram-force centimeter originated from the use of the gram-force as a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts before the adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, the gram-force centimeter is rarely used, having been largely replaced by SI units such as the newton meter (N·m) for torque measurements, but it may still appear in specialized or legacy applications.
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.