Temperature Scales and Conversions

Temperature Scales and Conversions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

This video tutorial explains the use of a digital thermometer to measure temperatures in both Celsius and Fahrenheit scales. It demonstrates the conversion between these scales using melting ice and human body temperature as references. The video also discusses the historical context and current usage of the Fahrenheit scale, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the temperature of melting ice in Celsius as shown by the digital thermometer?

0 degrees

36 degrees

100 degrees

32 degrees

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What temperature does the digital thermometer show when switched to Fahrenheit for melting ice?

0 degrees

100 degrees

32 degrees

36 degrees

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate human body temperature in Fahrenheit?

0 degrees

96 degrees

32 degrees

36 degrees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equivalent of 96 degrees Fahrenheit in Celsius?

36 degrees

32 degrees

100 degrees

0 degrees

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries primarily use the Fahrenheit scale?

Germany

Poland

Brazil

United States