Joule to Megajoule Converter
Understanding Joules and Megajoules
What is a Joule (J)?
A joule is the SI unit of energy, equal to the work done when a force of one newton displaces an object by one meter. One joule is also equivalent to one watt-second.
What is a Megajoule (MJ)?
A megajoule is equal to one million (106) joules. It's commonly used for measuring larger amounts of energy, such as food energy content or electrical power consumption.
Common Uses:
Megajoules are frequently used in:
- Measuring food energy (1 MJ ≈ 239 food calories)
- Electric power consumption
- Industrial processes
- Scientific calculations