Energy to Joules Converter
Kilojoule to Joule Conversion
1 Kilojoule = 1,000 Joule
Convert between Kilojoule and Joule with step-by-step calculations.
Unit Information
Kilojoule (kJ)
A metric unit of energy equal to one thousand joules.
System: SI
Joule (J)
The SI derived unit of energy, work, or amount of heat.
System: SI
Conversion Process
This conversion uses Joule as the base unit. We'll first convert Kilojoule to Joule, then convert from Joule to Joule.
Step 1: Convert from Kilojoule to Joule
1 × 1,000 = 1,000
Result: 1,000 Joule
Step 2: Convert from Joule to Joule
1,000 × 1 = 1,000
Result: 1,000 Joule
Direct Conversion Factor
1 × 1,000 = 1,000
Direct conversion: 1 Kilojoule = 1,000 Joule
Joule (J)
System: SI
Definition:1 Joule is equal to the work done when a force of one Newton moves an object through a distance of one meter in the direction of the force (1 J = 1 N⋅m). It is also the energy dissipated as heat when an electric current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second.
Origin: Named after the English physicist James Prescott Joule.
Common Usage: Widely used globally in science, engineering, and to measure the energy content of electricity (in kWh, derived from Joules).