Reading a Thermometer

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What is a thermometer?

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A thermometer is a device used to measure temperature.

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What does Fahrenheit measure?

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Fahrenheit is a scale used to measure temperature, commonly used in the United States.

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What does Celsius measure?

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Celsius is a scale used to measure temperature, commonly used in most other countries.

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What is the freezing point of water in Celsius?

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0 degrees Celsius.

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

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100 degrees Celsius.

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How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

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To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, use the formula: (°C × 9/5) + 32 = °F.

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How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?

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To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, use the formula: (°F - 32) × 5/9 = °C.

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What temperature does 32 degrees Fahrenheit represent?

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32 degrees Fahrenheit is the freezing point of water.

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What temperature does 212 degrees Fahrenheit represent?

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212 degrees Fahrenheit is the boiling point of water.

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If a thermometer reads 45 degrees Fahrenheit, what is the temperature in Celsius?

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Approximately 7 degrees Celsius.