Convert kilocalorie (th) to ton (explosives)
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (th) [kcal (th)] to ton (explosives) [ton], or Convert ton (explosives) to kilocalorie (th).
How to Convert Kilocalorie (Th) to Ton (Explosives)
1 kcal (th) = 1e-06 ton
Example: convert 15 kcal (th) to ton:
15 kcal (th) = 15 × 1e-06 ton = 1.5e-05 ton
Kilocalorie (Th) to Ton (Explosives) Conversion Table
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Kilocalorie (Th)
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 unit to quantify heat energy, especially in nutrition and thermodynamics. It was widely adopted in the early 20th century for dietary energy measurement.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is primarily used in nutrition to express the energy content of food and drinks, although it is often simply called a 'calorie' in everyday language.
Ton (Explosives)
A ton (explosives) is a unit of measurement used to quantify the explosive power equivalent to one ton of TNT, typically used in military and demolition contexts.
History/Origin
The ton (explosives) originated as a standardized measure to compare explosive yields, with its use becoming prominent during the 20th century for military and industrial applications, aligning with the adoption of the ton as a unit of mass and energy.
Current Use
Today, the ton (explosives) is primarily used in military, demolition, and mining industries to estimate explosive quantities and effects, often expressed in terms of equivalent TNT mass for safety and planning purposes.