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kilocalorie [′kil·ə‚kal·ə·rē]
(thermodynamics) A unit of heat energy equal to 1000 calories. Abbreviated kcal. Also known as kilogram-calorie (kg-cal); large calorie (Cal). kilocalorie The heat required to raise 1 kilogram of water 1°C; the equivalent of 1000 small calories. Also see calorie. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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