I k cal is equal to

Correct answer: C. 4.18 x 10^3 J

  • A. 41.8 x 10^3 J
  • B. 418 x 10^3 J
  • C. 4.18 x 10^3 J
  • D. 0.418 x 10^3 J

Explanation

The correct conversion factor between calories and joules is 1 cal = 4.18 J. Therefore, 1 kilocalorie (kcal), which is equivalent to 1000 calories, converts to 4.18 x 103 J. Option C correctly applies this conversion factor. Options A and B overestimate the conversion by multiplying the factor by 10 and 100, respectively, while Option D underestimates it by dividing the factor by 10.

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