Reading a Thermometer

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is a tool used to measure temperature.

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What does temperature tell us?

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Temperature tells us how hot or cold something is.

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What is the unit of temperature in Fahrenheit?

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The unit of temperature in Fahrenheit is °F.

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What is the unit of temperature in Celsius?

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The unit of temperature in Celsius is °C.

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If a thermometer shows 82°F, what is the temperature in Celsius?

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Approximately 27.8°C.

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What temperature does 0°C represent in Fahrenheit?

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0°C is equivalent to 32°F.

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What is the freezing point of water in Fahrenheit?

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The freezing point of water is 32°F.

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What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

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The boiling point of water is 212°F.

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What temperature does the thermometer show if it reads 50°F?

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The thermometer shows 50°F.

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What is the difference between Celsius and Fahrenheit?

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Celsius is based on the freezing and boiling points of water, while Fahrenheit is based on a different scale.