Conversion factor

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENE-000420",
  "term": "Conversion factor",
  "field": "Energy",
  "definition": "A factor for converting data between one unit of measurement and another (such as between short tons and British thermal units, or between barrels and gallons). (See Appendices (heat rates, conversion factors, and more) for further information on conversion factors.) See Btu Conversion Factor and Thermal Conversion Factor.",
  "see_also": [
    "Btu conversion factor",
    "Thermal conversion factor"
  ],
  "references": [
    "EIA Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/energy/conversion-factor/"
}