Temperatures scales

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What is the Celsius scale?

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A temperature scale where 0ºC is the freezing point of water and 100ºC is the boiling point of water.

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What is the Kelvin scale?

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A temperature scale that starts at absolute zero (0 K) and is used in scientific contexts. 0 K is equivalent to -273.15ºC.

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How do you convert Celsius to Kelvin?

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Add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature.

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How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?

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Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature, then multiply by 5/9.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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What is radiation?

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The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is absolute zero?

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The theoretical lowest temperature possible, 0 K, where molecular motion stops.

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

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100ºC.

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What is the freezing point of water in Celsius?

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0ºC.