Reading a Thermometer

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What is a thermometer?

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A thermometer is a tool used to measure temperature.

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What does temperature measure?

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Temperature measures how hot or cold something is.

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What is the freezing point of water in Celsius?

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0° C is the freezing point of water.

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

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100° C is the boiling point of water.

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What does 32° F represent?

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32° F is the freezing point of water.

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What does 212° F represent?

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212° F is the boiling point of water.

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How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

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To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply by 9/5 and add 32.

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How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?

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To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 and multiply by 5/9.

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What is a common use for a thermometer?

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A common use for a thermometer is to check the temperature of the air or water.

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What does a thermometer look like?

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A thermometer usually has a glass tube with a scale and a liquid inside that rises or falls with temperature.