Megajoules to Calories Converter
Convert megajoules (MJ) to calories (cal)
Result
2,39,005.7361 cal
Calories
1 MJ = 2,39,005.7361 cal
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How to convert megajoules to calories
One megajoule equals 2,39,005.7 calories, so multiply the number of megajoules by 2,39,005.7.
cal = MJ × 2,39,005.7
1 MJ = 2,39,005.7 cal · 1 cal = 0.000004184 MJ
Worked example
To convert 5 megajoules to calories: 5 MJ × 2,39,005.7 = 11,95,029 cal.
About megajoules (MJ)
A megajoule is 1,000,000 J, used for fuel energy content.
About calories (cal)
A (small) calorie is 4.184 J, the energy to warm 1 g of water by 1 °C. Food “Calories” are actually kilocalories.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in one megajoule?
One megajoule equals 2,39,005.7 calories.
How many megajoules are in one calorie?
One calorie equals 0.000004184 megajoules.
How do I convert megajoules to calories?
Use the formula cal = MJ × 2,39,005.7. For example, 5 MJ × 2,39,005.7 = 11,95,029 cal.