Converting from Kilogram of TNT (kgTNT) to Gigacalorie (Gcal)

What is Kilogram of TNT (kgTNT)

Kilogram of TNT (kgTNT) is a unit used to measure the energy released in explosions. It is the amount of energy produced by one kilogram of trinitrotoluene (TNT) when it undergoes detonation.

What is Gigacalorie (Gcal)

Gigacalorie (Gcal) is a unit of energy equal to one billion calories. It is commonly used to express the energy content of food and the power of heating and cooling systems.

Conversion Formulas

Converting kilograms of TNT to gigacalories and vice versa can be done using the following formulas:

1 kgTNT=0.001101574 Gcal

1 Gcal=907.7919 kgTNT

Examples

• Converting 3 kgTNT to Gcal:

3 kgTNT×0.001101574=0.003304722 Gcal

• Converting 9 Gcal to kgTNT:

9 Gcal×907.7919=8170.127 kgTNT

• Converting 12 kgTNT to Gcal:

12 kgTNT×0.001101574=0.01321889 Gcal

These examples illustrate how to easily convert between kilograms of TNT and gigacalories for various energy calculations.

Use this page to perform conversions from Kilogram of TNT (kgTNT) to Gigacalorie (Gcal).