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Cubic Meter Kilogramm³/kg
Source UnitThe cubic meter kilogram is a derived unit of specific volume, defined as the volume occupied by one kilogram of a substance. It is derived from the cubic meter, a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), and the kilogram, the base unit of mass. Specific volume expresses how much space a unit mass of a material occupies, which is crucial in various scientific and engineering applications. This unit is particularly relevant in fields such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science, where understanding the relationship between mass and volume is essential for calculations and design.
Current Use
Cubic meter kilograms are widely used in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences to describe the specific volume of materials, especially gases and liquids. In industries such as HVAC, chemical engineering, and hydrology, this unit helps in designing equipment and understanding fluid dynamics. Specific volume is critical for calculating buoyancy, flow rates, and thermal properties, making it an essential parameter in many scientific and industrial applications.
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The specific volume of gases varies significantly with pressure and temperature, unlike liquids and solids which are generally incompressible.
Kilocaloriekcal
Target UnitThe kilocalorie, commonly referred to as the calorie in dietary contexts, is a unit of energy defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius (1°C) at standard atmospheric pressure. It is equivalent to 1,000 small calories (cal), which is the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by 1°C. The kilocalorie is widely used in nutrition to describe the energy content of food, as well as in various scientific disciplines to quantify energy, heat, and work.
Current Use
The kilocalorie is widely used in the fields of nutrition, dietetics, and sports science, serving as a primary unit of measurement for expressing the energy content of food. In many countries, food packaging includes kilocalories to inform consumers about energy intake, influencing dietary choices. It is also utilized in exercise physiology to measure energy expenditure during physical activities, thus guiding fitness and health programs.
Fun Fact
The kilocalorie is often referred to simply as a 'calorie' in dietary contexts, which can cause confusion.
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Cubic Meter Kilogram
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Definition
The cubic meter kilogram is a derived unit of specific volume, defined as the volume occupied by one kilogram of a substance. It is derived from the cubic meter, a unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), and the kilogram, the base unit of mass. Specific volume expresses how much space a unit mass of a material occupies, which is crucial in various scientific and engineering applications. This unit is particularly relevant in fields such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science, where understanding the relationship between mass and volume is essential for calculations and design.
History & Origin
The cubic meter as a unit of volume originated from the metric system established in France during the late 18th century, while the kilogram was defined in 1795. The combination of these two units into cubic meter kilograms provides a practical means to quantify specific volume, often used in engineering and scientific contexts. This derived unit reflects the relationship between mass and volume essential to many physical principles, especially in understanding how substances behave under different conditions.
Etymology: The term 'cubic meter' derives from the Latin 'cubus' meaning cube, and 'meter' from Greek 'metron', meaning measure. 'Kilogram' combines 'kilo' (thousand) and 'gram', which is derived from the Greek 'gramma', meaning small weight.
Current Use
Cubic meter kilograms are widely used in engineering, physics, and environmental sciences to describe the specific volume of materials, especially gases and liquids. In industries such as HVAC, chemical engineering, and hydrology, this unit helps in designing equipment and understanding fluid dynamics. Specific volume is critical for calculating buoyancy, flow rates, and thermal properties, making it an essential parameter in many scientific and industrial applications.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The specific volume of gases varies significantly with pressure and temperature, unlike liquids and solids which are generally incompressible.
- •Cubic meter kilograms can help in predicting how a substance will behave in different states, such as gas or liquid.
- •Historically, the kilogram was defined by a physical platinum prototype until the 2019 redefinition based on fundamental physical constants.
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Kilocalorie
specific • Non-SI
Definition
The kilocalorie, commonly referred to as the calorie in dietary contexts, is a unit of energy defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius (1°C) at standard atmospheric pressure. It is equivalent to 1,000 small calories (cal), which is the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by 1°C. The kilocalorie is widely used in nutrition to describe the energy content of food, as well as in various scientific disciplines to quantify energy, heat, and work.
History & Origin
The concept of the calorie dates back to the 19th century when it was first introduced by Nicolas Clément in 1824. The kilocalorie was developed as a convenient larger unit to simplify the measurement of energy, particularly in nutrition. Its practical application began to flourish as the relationship between energy consumption and metabolism was established in the late 19th to early 20th centuries, leading to its adoption in dietary guidelines and food labeling.
Etymology: The term 'calorie' is derived from the Latin word 'calor', meaning 'heat'. The prefix 'kilo-' denotes a factor of one thousand, thus 'kilocalorie' literally means 'one thousand calories'.
Current Use
The kilocalorie is widely used in the fields of nutrition, dietetics, and sports science, serving as a primary unit of measurement for expressing the energy content of food. In many countries, food packaging includes kilocalories to inform consumers about energy intake, influencing dietary choices. It is also utilized in exercise physiology to measure energy expenditure during physical activities, thus guiding fitness and health programs.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The kilocalorie is often referred to simply as a 'calorie' in dietary contexts, which can cause confusion.
- •One kilocalorie is equivalent to 4.184 kilojoules (kJ), a unit used in many parts of the world for energy.
- •The average adult needs about 2,000 to 2,500 kilocalories per day for maintenance of body weight.
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