Thermometer Practice

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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 (°F) 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 (°C) 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 °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 is the freezing point of water in Fahrenheit?

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32 °F is the freezing point of water.

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What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

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212 °F is the boiling point of water.

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How do you read a thermometer?

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You read a thermometer by looking at the level of the liquid (like mercury or alcohol) or the digital display.

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What temperature does a thermometer show if it reads 82° F?

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The thermometer shows a temperature of 82 degrees Fahrenheit.

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What temperature does a thermometer show if it reads 15° C?

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The thermometer shows a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius.