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Temperature
This category is for questions about the various units and conversions of temperature, as well as the freezing point and boiling point of elements and compounds.
19,212 Questions
What is the lowest possible temperature on the Celsius scale on the kelvin scale?
In theory it is 0 Kelvin. However, that temperature is physically impossible to attain. The current (2017) world record, set in 1999, stands at 100 picokelvins (pK), or 0.000 000 000 1 of a kelvin.
Explain why fires spread faster and are more intense at high temperatures?
Fires spread faster and are more intense at high temperatures because heat accelerates the rate of combustion, causing fuels to burn more quickly. Higher temperatures also evaporate the moisture in fuels more rapidly, making them more flammable and easier to ignite. Additionally, high temperatures create strong updrafts that can fan the flames and spread the fire rapidly.
Which temperature scale is commonly used in the United State?
Canada is the second largest country in the world. Where abouts are you talking about? You need to be more specific. You need to learn more about the geography of Canada before you ask this. Some parts have Polar bears so you need to be more specific
How many Kelvins equal 100 celsius?
100 degrees Celsius equals 373 degrees kelvin. Kelvin is roughly the temperature in Celsius plus 273.
How cold is - 200 degrees Celsius?
-200 degrees Celsius is extremely cold. This temperature is well below freezing and is equivalent to -328 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, most materials would be frozen solid and extremely brittle.
What does 37.8 Celsius equal in Fahrenheit?
Temperature Fahrenheit = Temperature Celsius(1.80) + 32
Temperature Fahrenheit = (37.8 degrees Celsius) * (1.80) + 32
Temperature Fahrenheit = 100.04 degrees
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What is 48 deg Fahrenheit in Celsius?
The formula for converting Fahrenheit to Celsius is:
C = (F - 32) x (5/9)
in other words, to get Celsius (C) take 32 off Fahrenheit (F) and multiply by five ninths.
The constant 5/9 is the factor difference between the two scales, the difference between freezing and boiling water in in Celsius is 100 degrees, but in Fahrenheit is 180 degrees (water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit and boils at 212 degrees, 212 minus 32 = 180), 100/180 can be simplified to 5/9 (20 is the highest number they can both be divided by and goes into 100 five times and into 180 nine times).
The constant 32 is because the Fahrenheit scale starts at the freezing point of salt water whereas Celsius starts at the freezing point of fresh water, the freezing point of fresh water in the Fahrenheit scale is 32 degrees.
So to answer your question, if we take 32 off 48 we get 16, multiply this by five ninths by deviding 16 by 9 and multiplying the answer by 5. This gives us 8.9 (rounded to the nearest decimal place).
Therefore 48 degrees Fahrenheit is 8.9 degrees Celsius.
Instead of using the rather awkward fraction nine fifths we can also use the constant 1.8 like this:
C = (F - 32) / 1.8
8.9 = (48 - 32) / 1.8
8.9 = 16 / 1.8
To convert back to Fahrenheit we would either invert the fraction 5/9 to become 9/5, or use the constant 1.8, i.e.:
F = 1.8 C + 32
or
F = C x (9/5) + 32
Can you convert 37.4 Celsius to Fahrenheit?
Of course your can! You can convert any temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit and vise versa. 37.4°C=99.32°F.
Why do most pathogens grow well at 37 degrees?
Most pathogens grow well at 37 degrees Celsius because this is the normal body temperature of mammals, including humans. This temperature provides an ideal environment for pathogens to thrive and replicate within the host's body.
The freezing point of an aqueous solution will be lower than 0°C (32°F) if the boiling point is elevated above 100°C. The freezing point depression is a colligative property dependent on the concentration of solute particles in the solution. To determine the specific freezing point, more information on the solute and its concentration is required.
It's typically near freezing or not too far below. When you get below 15-20 degrees F, it becomes difficult for the air to hold very much moisture, so if it snows it will not generally snow heavily.
But under certain conditions it can snow at a few degrees above freezing, though it rarely sticks to the surface. It is possible to snow when the temperature is in the 40's, but this requires unusual atmospheric conditions and rarely lasts long.
How long can you survive in 14.6 degrees Celsius?
Survival time in 14.6 degrees Celsius depends on factors like clothing, activity level, and individual health. In general, prolonged exposure to temperatures around 15°C can lead to hypothermia within a few hours, especially if not dressed appropriately or active in generating heat.Immediate warmth and medical attention may be necessary to prevent serious health risks.
What is the lowest temperature that a thermometer can go to?
The lowest temperature that a standard mercury or alcohol thermometer can typically measure is around -39°C to -40°C. Below this temperature, the liquid inside the thermometer may freeze, rendering it ineffective for measuring further drops in temperature. Digital thermometers may have a lower limit depending on their design and the type of sensor they use.
Can you convert 16 celsius to Fahrenheit?
Use this formula to convert degrees Celsius (C) to degrees Fahrenheit (F): (C x 1.8) + 32 = F
What is 325 degrees F equal to in centigrade?
325 degrees Fahrenheit is equal to approximately 162.78 degrees Celsius.
To convert 45°F to Celsius, you can use the formula: (45°F - 32) x 5/9 = 7.2°C. Therefore, 45°F is equivalent to 7.2°C.
Which of the earths layer has temperatures reaching up to 11000 degrees f?
The inner core of the Earth is estimated to have temperatures reaching up to 11,000 degrees Fahrenheit. This intense heat is due to the immense pressure and radioactive decay happening in this solid iron-nickel core.
What is 52 degrees celsius equal to in Fahrenheit?
52 degrees Celsius is equal to 125.6 degrees Fahrenheit. To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, you can use the formula: (°C x 9/5) + 32 = °F.
How much glucose is being produced at 20 degrees celsius?
It depends on the specific biological process or organism producing glucose at that temperature. Generally, lower temperatures may slow down metabolic processes, so glucose production may be slower at 20 degrees Celsius compared to higher temperatures.
Can you go below 0 on the kelvin scale?
NO.
0 in Kelvin is THE absolute zero. There is no colder temperature
Actually, yes. quantum gas reach temperatures a few billionths of a kelvin below zero.
What is the temperature 37.0 in Celsius to Fahrenheit?
37.0 degrees Celsius is equivalent to 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is condensing temperature for a head pressure of 175 psig for an R-12 system?
The condensing temperature for an R-12 system with a head pressure of 175 psig would be approximately 119°F. This is based on typical saturation temperature-pressure relationship for R-12 refrigerant.
What is 35.7 Celsius in degrees?
Celsius is measured in degrees.
35.7 Celsius = 96 Fahrenheit = 308.7 Kelvin
