Convert kilojoule to joule


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How many kilojoule in 1 joules? The answer is 0.001. We assume you are converting between kilojoule and joule. You can view more details on each measurement unit: kilojoule or joules The SI derived unit for energy is the joule. 1 kilojoule is equal to 1000 joule. Note that rounding errors may occur, so always check the results. Use this page to learn how to convert between kilojoules and joules. Type in your own numbers in the form to convert the units!



Quick conversion chart of kilojoule to joules

1 kilojoule to joules = 1000 joules

2 kilojoule to joules = 2000 joules

3 kilojoule to joules = 3000 joules

4 kilojoule to joules = 4000 joules

5 kilojoule to joules = 5000 joules

6 kilojoule to joules = 6000 joules

7 kilojoule to joules = 7000 joules

8 kilojoule to joules = 8000 joules

9 kilojoule to joules = 9000 joules

10 kilojoule to joules = 10000 joules


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Definition: Kilojoule

The SI prefix "kilo" represents a factor of 103, or in exponential notation, 1E3.

So 1 kilojoule = 103 joules.

The definition of a joule is as follows:

The joule (symbol J, also called newton meter, watt second, or coulomb volt) is the SI unit of energy and work. The unit is pronounced to rhyme with "tool", and is named in honor of the physicist James Prescott Joule (1818-1889).


Definition: Joule

The joule (symbol J, also called newton meter, watt second, or coulomb volt) is the SI unit of energy and work. The unit is pronounced to rhyme with "tool", and is named in honor of the physicist James Prescott Joule (1818-1889).


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