Temperature

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, usually measured in degrees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).

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What is the unit of temperature in the metric system?

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The unit of temperature in the metric system is degrees Celsius (°C).

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What is the unit of temperature in the imperial system?

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The unit of temperature in the imperial system is degrees Fahrenheit (°F).

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What device is used to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is the device used to measure temperature.

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What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?

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The freezing point of water is 0 °C.

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What is the boiling point of water in degrees Celsius?

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The boiling point of water is 100 °C.

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How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

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

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How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?

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

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What is a common use of thermometers?

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Thermometers are commonly used to measure body temperature, weather temperature, and cooking temperature.

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What is the average human body temperature in degrees Fahrenheit?

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The average human body temperature is approximately 98.6 °F.