1 calorie (1 cal) is defined as the amount of heat energy that must be supplied to 1 gram of water in order to raise its temperature by 1 degree Celsius ( $1^{\circ}C$ .

The calorie is not a unit of the International System (SI): the SI unit for the energy is the Joule (J).

However, it is possible to convert energy from calories to Joules, and viceversa. In fact, the conversion factor between the two units is:

1 calorie = 4.184 Joules

So, to convert from calories to Joules we simply multiply by 4.184, while if we want to convert from Joules to calories, we just divide by 4.184.

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Where does all of this energy come from

Amiraneli [1.4K]

Answer: All of our energy comes from the sun, which is our nearest star. The sun sends out huge amounts of energy through its rays every day. We call this energy solar energy or radiant energy. Without the sun, life on earth would not exist, since our planet would be totally frozen.

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A hot ball of gas in outer space that creates its own energy is called a _____.

Fynjy0 [20]

It's called a star when it creates its own energy

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5 uses of mechanical energy

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Answer: The 5 uses of mechanical energy are: 1) Hammering a nail

2) Using Dart gun 3) Moon 4) Hydropower plant 5) Sharping a pencil.

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