Practice Temperature Scales (8.2) - Temperature and Temperature Scales

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Question 1.
What is the freezing point of water in Celsius?
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Think about where water turns to ice.
Question 2.
What does the Kelvin scale start at?
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Consider if all motion stops.
3Question 3.
What is 0°C in Fahrenheit?
- 0°F
- 32°F
- 100°F
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Think about the freezing point of water.
4Question 4.
Is absolute zero achievable in practice?
- True
- False
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Consider the laws of physics.
Question 5.
If the temperature is 20°C, how much is that in Kelvin?
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Remember to add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature.
Question 6.
Convert -10°C to Fahrenheit and explain each step.
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Don't forget to multiply by 9/5 before adding 32.

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