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Kilojoules to Ergs Converter

Convert kilojoules (kJ) to ergs (erg)

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1 kJ = 10,00,00,00,000 erg

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How to convert kilojoules to ergs

One kilojoule equals 10,00,00,00,000 ergs, so multiply the number of kilojoules by 10,00,00,00,000.

erg = kJ × 10,00,00,00,000

1 kJ = 10,00,00,00,000 erg · 1 erg = 1 × 10⁻¹⁰ kJ

Worked example

To convert 5 kilojoules to ergs: 5 kJ × 10,00,00,00,000 = 50,00,00,00,000 erg.

About kilojoules (kJ)

A kilojoule is 1,000 J. Food labels in many countries show energy in kJ alongside kcal.

About ergs (erg)

An erg is 10⁻⁷ J, the energy unit of the older CGS system.

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Frequently asked questions

How many ergs are in one kilojoule?

One kilojoule equals 10,00,00,00,000 ergs.

How many kilojoules are in one erg?

One erg equals 1 × 10⁻¹⁰ kilojoules.

How do I convert kilojoules to ergs?

Use the formula erg = kJ × 10,00,00,00,000. For example, 5 kJ × 10,00,00,00,000 = 50,00,00,00,000 erg.