Convert dyne centimeter to calorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert dyne centimeter [dyn*cm] to calorie (IT) [cal (IT)], or Convert calorie (IT) to dyne centimeter.
How to Convert Dyne Centimeter to Calorie (It)
1 dyn*cm = 2.38845896627496e-08 cal (IT)
Example: convert 15 dyn*cm to cal (IT):
15 dyn*cm = 15 × 2.38845896627496e-08 cal (IT) = 3.58268844941244e-07 cal (IT)
Dyne Centimeter to Calorie (It) Conversion Table
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Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical applications.
Calorie (It)
The calorie (cal) is a unit of energy traditionally used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius at standard atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The calorie was originally defined in the 19th century as a unit of heat energy in thermodynamics. It has historically been used in nutrition and physics, but has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts. The 'small calorie' (cal) is distinct from the 'large calorie' (kcal), which is commonly used in food energy labeling.
Current Use
Today, the calorie is primarily used in nutrition to measure the energy content of foods and beverages, although the SI unit of energy, the joule, is increasingly preferred in scientific and technical fields.