Convert kilowatt-second to kilocalorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-second [kW*s] to kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)], or Convert kilocalorie (IT) to kilowatt-second.
How to Convert Kilowatt-Second to Kilocalorie (It)
1 kW*s = 0.238845896627496 kcal (IT)
Example: convert 15 kW*s to kcal (IT):
15 kW*s = 15 × 0.238845896627496 kcal (IT) = 3.58268844941244 kcal (IT)
Kilowatt-Second to Kilocalorie (It) Conversion Table
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Kilowatt-Second
A kilowatt-second (kW·s) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or converted when a power of one kilowatt is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-second has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where power and time are relevant, but it is less common than other energy units like joules or kilowatt-hours.
Current Use
Today, the kilowatt-second is primarily used in specialized fields such as electrical engineering and energy calculations, often for convenience in measuring short-term energy transfer, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most applications.
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.