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What Are the Key Differences Between Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin?

Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin are three ways to measure temperature. Let’s break them down:

  1. Celsius (°C):

    • Water freezes at 0°C.
    • Water boils at 100°C.
  2. Fahrenheit (°F):

    • Water freezes at 32°F.
    • Water boils at 212°F.
  3. Kelvin (K):

    • The lowest possible temperature is 0 K (which is -273.15°C).
    • Water freezes at 273.15 K.
    • Water boils at 373.15 K.

How We Measure Temperature:

  • Thermometers: These tools use liquids like mercury to show temperature.
  • Thermocouples: These devices measure temperature by using the electricity made at the joints of different metals.

Now you know the basics of temperature scales and how we measure them!

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What Are the Key Differences Between Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin?

Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin are three ways to measure temperature. Let’s break them down:

  1. Celsius (°C):

    • Water freezes at 0°C.
    • Water boils at 100°C.
  2. Fahrenheit (°F):

    • Water freezes at 32°F.
    • Water boils at 212°F.
  3. Kelvin (K):

    • The lowest possible temperature is 0 K (which is -273.15°C).
    • Water freezes at 273.15 K.
    • Water boils at 373.15 K.

How We Measure Temperature:

  • Thermometers: These tools use liquids like mercury to show temperature.
  • Thermocouples: These devices measure temperature by using the electricity made at the joints of different metals.

Now you know the basics of temperature scales and how we measure them!

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