Understanding Temperature

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What is temperature?
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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is.
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What tool is commonly used to measure temperature?
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A thermometer is commonly used to measure temperature.
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What are the three most common temperature scales?
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The three most common temperature scales are Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin.
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At what temperature does water freeze on the Celsius scale?
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Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.
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At what temperature does water boil on the Celsius scale?
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Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
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What is absolute zero?
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Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder, equivalent to 0 Kelvin.
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How does a thermometer work?
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A thermometer measures temperature by using a substance, like mercury or alcohol, that expands or contracts with temperature changes.
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What is the normal human body temperature in Celsius?
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The normal human body temperature is approximately 37 degrees Celsius.
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Which temperature scale is used mainly in the United States?
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The Fahrenheit scale is mainly used in the United States.
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How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?
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To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply by 9, divide by 5, and then add 32.
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How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?
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To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32, multiply by 5, and divide by 9.
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What is the boiling point of water on the Fahrenheit scale?
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The boiling point of water is 212 degrees Fahrenheit.
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What is room temperature in Celsius?
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Room temperature is typically around 20 to 22 degrees Celsius.
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Which temperature scale starts at absolute zero?
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The Kelvin scale starts at absolute zero.
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Why is understanding temperature important?
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Understanding temperature is important for everyday activities, scientific experiments, weather forecasting, and cooking.
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