Reading a Thermometer

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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 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 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° Celsius is the freezing point of water.

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

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100° Celsius is the boiling point of water.

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How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?

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To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature, then multiply by 5/9.

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How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

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To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply the Celsius temperature by 9/5, then add 32.

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What is the temperature on a thermometer that reads 90° Fahrenheit?

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90° Fahrenheit is a warm temperature, often felt on a hot day.

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What is the temperature on a thermometer that reads 20° Celsius?

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20° Celsius is a comfortable room temperature.

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What does it mean if a thermometer reads a higher temperature?

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A higher temperature means it is warmer.