Why is there a difference between calorie (IT) and calorie (th)?

These units are based on slightly different calorie definitions used historically in science, resulting in a small conversion factor between them.

When should I convert calorie (IT)/gram/°C to calorie (th)/gram/°C?

You should convert to align older data using International Table calories with modern thermochemical calorie standards common in thermodynamics and engineering.

Does this conversion affect temperature increments?

No, the conversion presumes that a 1 °C temperature increase is equal to a 1 K increase, so temperature increments are consistent.

How to Convert from Calorie (IT)/gram/°C to Calorie (th)/gram/°C

Convert specific heat capacity values from calorie (IT)/gram/°C to calorie (th)/gram/°C using this reliable unit converter. Perfect for aligning calorimetry and thermodynamics data.

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Calorie (IT)/gram/°C to Calorie (th)/gram/°C Conversion Table

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Calorie (IT)/gram/°C to Calorie (th)/gram/°C Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter facilitates the transformation of specific heat capacity values expressed in calorie (IT)/gram/°C into calorie (th)/gram/°C. It helps users reconcile older data from international table calorie units to the thermochemical calorie standard, commonly required in scientific and engineering contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in calorie (IT)/gram/°C that you wish to convert
Confirm the input unit is calorie (IT)/gram/°C and the output unit is calorie (th)/gram/°C
Execute the conversion to get the equivalent value in calorie (th)/gram/°C
Use the converted value for consistent data reporting or further calculations

Key Features

Converts specific heat capacity units between calorie (IT)/gram/°C and calorie (th)/gram/°C seamlessly
Supports data alignment for calorimetry, thermodynamics, materials science, and food science applications
Based on precise conversion rates established for legacy and modern calorie definitions
Browser-based and easy to use without requiring any installation

Examples

5 calorie (IT)/gram/°C is converted to 5.0033460805 calorie (th)/gram/°C
0.1 calorie (IT)/gram/°C is converted to 0.10006692161 calorie (th)/gram/°C

Common Use Cases

Aligning specific heat capacity data from older chemistry literature with current thermochemical calorie standards
Performing calorimetry experiments in physics and chemistry laboratories
Interpreting historical materials data and thermodynamic tables using calorie-based units
Conducting thermal property calculations in food science and engineering where legacy units remain in use

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the unit definitions when handling historical data to ensure correct interpretation
Use the tool to maintain consistency when converting values for scientific reporting or industrial applications
Remember that a 1 °C temperature change equals 1 Kelvin when considering these units
Consider the small conversion difference (~0.067%) especially in high-precision contexts

Limitations

The units vary by a very small factor which may impact high-precision calculations
Older literature or datasets may assume different calorie definitions affecting consistency
Conversion assumes temperature increments of exactly 1 °C equal to 1 Kelvin

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is there a difference between calorie (IT) and calorie (th)?: These units are based on slightly different calorie definitions used historically in science, resulting in a small conversion factor between them.
When should I convert calorie (IT)/gram/°C to calorie (th)/gram/°C?: You should convert to align older data using International Table calories with modern thermochemical calorie standards common in thermodynamics and engineering.
Does this conversion affect temperature increments?: No, the conversion presumes that a 1 °C temperature increase is equal to a 1 K increase, so temperature increments are consistent.

Key Terminology

calorie (IT)/gram/°C: A specific heat capacity unit based on the International Table calorie measuring heat needed to raise 1 gram by 1 °C.
calorie (th)/gram/°C: A thermochemical calorie unit representing heat required to raise 1 gram of a substance's temperature by 1 °C.
Specific Heat Capacity: A physical quantity expressing the amount of heat needed to increase the temperature of a substance per unit mass and temperature increment.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does calorie (IT)/gram/°C measure?

The heat required to raise 1 gram by 1 °C using the thermochemical calorie

The heat required to raise 1 gram by 1 °C using the International Table calorie

The heat required to raise 1 kilogram by 1 °C using the International Table calorie

What is the approximate conversion rate from calorie (IT)/gram/°C to calorie (th)/gram/°C?

1.0006692161

0.9993307839

1.067

In which fields is this converter commonly used?

Astrophysics and quantum computing

Calorimetry, thermodynamics, and food science

Mechanical engineering only

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