Convert kilocalorie (IT) to watt-hour
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)] to watt-hour [W*h], or Convert watt-hour to kilocalorie (IT).
How to Convert Kilocalorie (It) to Watt-Hour
1 kcal (IT) = 1.163 W*h
Example: convert 15 kcal (IT) to W*h:
15 kcal (IT) = 15 × 1.163 W*h = 17.445 W*h
Kilocalorie (It) to Watt-Hour Conversion Table
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Kilocalorie (It)
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 calories, commonly used to measure the energy content of food and beverages.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie originated in the 19th century as a measure of heat energy, primarily used in nutrition and thermodynamics. It became standard in dietary contexts to quantify food energy intake.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is widely used in nutrition to express the energy content of foods and beverages, and in scientific contexts related to energy measurement in biological and physical systems.
Watt-Hour
A watt-hour (W·h) is a unit of energy equal to the amount of energy transferred or used when one watt of power is sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
The watt-hour was established as a practical unit of energy measurement with the adoption of the International System of Units (SI) and has been used in electrical and energy industries to quantify energy consumption and storage since the 20th century.
Current Use
Watt-hours are commonly used to measure electrical energy consumption in household appliances, batteries, and energy storage systems, providing a convenient unit for billing, capacity ratings, and energy management.