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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
Minus 14 celsius equals degrees Fahrenheit?
Minus 14 degrees Celsius is equal to approximately 6.8 degrees Fahrenheit.
Earth can get as hot as and as cold as?
Earth can get as hot as about 136°F (58°C), as seen in places like Death Valley, California. On the other hand, it can get as cold as around -128.6°F (-89.2°C), as recorded in Antarctica. These extreme temperatures are influenced by factors such as location, climate, and seasonal variations.
What is the surface temperature of earth in degrees Fahrenheit and celsius?
The surface temperature of the earth can range between -89.2 deg C (Vostok Station at the Russian Research base in the Antarctic) and 56.7 dec C (Death Valley, USA). So a single measure of the surface temperature for the whole planet is a bit absurd.
Tool used to measure the temperature?
Whilst a thermometer may give an 'estimated' readout of which can be right within a few percent of the actual value, this is not very accurate at all.
There are of course several different types of thermometers. Some made with quicksilver. Others made with alcohol. With the development of transistors, we started to develop electronic thermometers of which can work in many different ways. they can measure infrared radiation. they can measure intensity and spectrum of light. they can measure with probes of various metals.
The art of measuring temperature is a difficult one.
Most thermometers only work accurately within a short range.
You would for instance not use a thermometer filled with quicksilver or alcohol in order to measure the temperature in a pot of molten lead!
First you need to narrow down the field, then you can begin with the right (mostly costly) thermometer for the task.
A piece of copper wire can be used in order to measure temperature between -200 and + 150 degrees Celsius.
We know that the resistance in copper changes with a certain percentage per degree Celsius. With a bit of calculations we will be able to calculate the temperature to almost perfection if we only know the exact dimensions of the copper wire used.
Whilst our best mathematical efforts show possibilities, we still have to be sure that we measure the resistance to a very high degree of perfection too, but this is another subject.
Which temperature on the Celsius scale corresponds to 257 K on the Kelvin scale K and degC plus 273?
257 K on the Kelvin scale is equivalent to -16°C on the Celsius scale. This conversion is done by subtracting 273 from 257 K to get -16°C.
203°F The degree intervals on the Celsius scale number 100 between the freezing and boiling points of water (0° and 100°), whereas there are 180 intervals between them in the Fahrenheit scale (32° and 212°). So the conversion between scales is 1° C = 1.8°F (9/5°). The conversion of temperatures involves adding or removing the 32° between starting points and changing the scale of degrees. T (in °F) = (T-32)x(5/9) °C and T(in °C)= (9/5)xT plus 32° 95°C = 95x(9/5) plus 32 = 171+32 = 203°F
What is the physical state of fluorine at 25 degrees?
It is a gas. Fluorine has a boiling point of -188 degrees celcius. It is a highly toxic gas and is the most electronegative element in the periodic table.
What is the mantles temperature in degrees Celsius?
The Earth's mantle temperature ranges from about 500°C to 900°C near the upper boundary, and it can reach up to 3000°C near the lower boundary.
What will happen to bacteria at 5 degrees?
At 5 degrees Celsius, some bacteria may slow down their growth and reproduction rate, but they will not be killed. Cold temperatures can preserve bacteria rather than eliminate them, unless they are frozen. It's important to keep food and environments below 5 degrees Celsius to slow bacterial growth and reduce the risk of contamination.
Forests can range in temperature depending on location and season, but generally they provide shade and can feel cooler than open areas on hot days. However, at night forests can also become cooler as they retain heat less effectively than built-up urban areas.
What kelvin temp is equal to 200 degrees Celsius?
To convert Celsius to Kelvin, add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature. Therefore, 200 degrees Celsius is equal to 473.15 Kelvin.
What does 97 degrees F convert to in celsius?
97 degrees Fahrenheit is approximately 36 degrees Celsius. You can convert Fahrenheit to Celsius by subtracting 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature and then multiplying by 5/9.
What is 212 degrees Fahrenheit 100 degrees celsius and 373 K?
They are the boiling point of pure water at normal atmospheric pressure.
What happens to temperature in the troposphere?
In the troposphere, temperature generally decreases with increasing altitude at a rate of around 6.5°C per kilometer due to the adiabatic cooling effect as air pressure decreases with height. This relationship is known as the environmental lapse rate and defines the temperature profile of the troposphere.
What will happen to a liquid when it is heated above its boiling point?
That depends how much you heat it.
- If you heat it no higher than its boiling point, it will become a hot liquid
- If you heat it above its boiling point, but not above its critical point, it will become a vapour.
- If you heat it above its critical point it will become a gas.
Which climate has a mean temperature below 10 degrees c during the warmesy month?
The climate that has a mean temperature below 10 degrees Celsius during the warmest month is classified as a polar climate. This type of climate is characterized by long, cold winters and short, cool summers.
The process is sublimation—where snow and ice turn directly into water vapor without melting into liquid water first. In cold climates with low humidity and strong winds, sublimation can occur even with temperatures below freezing, leading to a decrease in snow cover.
