Calorie to Erg Converter
Convert Calories to Ergs
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How to Convert Calories to Ergs
To convert calories to ergs, multiply the number of calories by 4.184 x 107. This is because 1 calorie is equal to 4.184 joules, and 1 joule is equal to 10,000,000 ergs.
Formula
Ergs = Calories × 41,840,000
or
erg = cal × 4.184e7
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in calories
- Multiply that number by 41,840,000
- The result is the equivalent energy in ergs
Examples
- 1 cal = 1 × 4.184e7 = 41,840,000 ergs
- 5 cal = 5 × 4.184e7 = 209,200,000 ergs
- 10 cal = 10 × 4.184e7 = 418,400,000 ergs
Common Calories to Ergs Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Calories (cal) | Ergs (erg) | Calories (cal) | Ergs (erg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4.184e+7 | 100 | 4.184e+9 |
| 5 | 2.092e+8 | 250 | 1.046e+10 |
| 10 | 4.184e+8 | 500 | 2.092e+10 |
| 25 | 1.046e+9 | 1,000 | 4.184e+10 |
| 50 | 2.092e+9 | 5,000 | 2.092e+11 |
Other conversions from calories
Calories can be converted to various other units of energy. Here are some common conversions:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in an erg?
There are 2.39 x 10-8 calories in one erg.