Calorie to Ton of TNT Converter
Convert Calories to Tons of TNT
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How to Convert Calories to Tons of TNT
To convert calories to tons of TNT, multiply the number of calories by 1 x 10-9. This is because 1 ton of TNT is equivalent to 109 calories (or 1 gigacalorie).
Formula
Tons of TNT = Calories × 10-9
or
ton-tnt = cal × 1e-9
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in calories
- Multiply that number by 10-9
- The result is the equivalent energy in tons of TNT
Examples
- 1e9 calories = 1e9 × 1e-9 = 1 ton of TNT
- 5e9 calories = 5e9 × 1e-9 = 5 tons of TNT
- 1e10 calories = 1e10 × 1e-9 = 10 tons of TNT
Common Calories to Tons of TNT Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Calories (cal) | Tons of TNT | Calories (cal) | Tons of TNT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000,000,000 | 1 | 100,000,000,000 | 100 |
| 5,000,000,000 | 5 | 250,000,000,000 | 250 |
| 10,000,000,000 | 10 | 500,000,000,000 | 500 |
| 25,000,000,000 | 25 | 1,000,000,000,000 | 1,000 |
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 a ton of TNT?
There are 1,000,000,000 (109) calories in one ton of TNT equivalent.