Convert inch-ounce to calorie (IT)
Please provide values below to convert inch-ounce [in*ozf] to calorie (IT) [cal (IT)], or Convert calorie (IT) to inch-ounce.
How to Convert Inch-Ounce to Calorie (It)
1 in*ozf = 0.00168662224132989 cal (IT)
Example: convert 15 in*ozf to cal (IT):
15 in*ozf = 15 × 0.00168662224132989 cal (IT) = 0.0252993336199484 cal (IT)
Inch-Ounce to Calorie (It) Conversion Table
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Inch-Ounce
The inch-ounce (in*ozf) is a unit of energy or work, representing the work done when a force of one ounce-force is applied over a distance of one inch.
History/Origin
The inch-ounce originated in the imperial and customary measurement systems, primarily used in the United States for small-scale energy calculations and engineering applications, before being largely replaced by the foot-pound in most contexts.
Current Use
Today, the inch-ounce is rarely used and has been largely superseded by more standard units like the foot-pound. It may still appear in niche engineering, calibration, or historical references within the energy converter category.
Calorie (It)
The calorie (cal) is a unit of energy traditionally used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius at standard atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The calorie was originally defined in the 19th century as a unit of heat energy in thermodynamics. It has historically been used in nutrition and physics, but has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts. The 'small calorie' (cal) is distinct from the 'large calorie' (kcal), which is commonly used in food energy labeling.
Current Use
Today, the calorie is primarily used in nutrition to measure the energy content of foods and beverages, although the SI unit of energy, the joule, is increasingly preferred in scientific and technical fields.