Kilojoules to Joules

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kj
j
1 kj = — j

Quick reference

Kilojoules (kj)Joules (j)

Formula

Joules = kilojoules × 1000

Multiply the kilojoules value by 1000 to get joules. To reverse — divide joules by 1000 to get kilojoules.

About this conversion

The kilojoule (kJ) equals 1,000 joules, commonly used in food energy and thermodynamics. Learn more →

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, equal to the work done by a force of one newton over one meter. Learn more →

Source: NIST International Reference