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Celsius°C
Source UnitCelsius, denoted by the symbol °C, is a scale and unit of measurement for temperature. It is named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius, who developed a similar temperature scale. In the Celsius scale, the freezing point of water is 0 degrees, and the boiling point is 100 degrees under standard atmospheric pressure. This makes it especially useful for scientific calculations and everyday temperature measurements as it aligns closely with the metric system. The Celsius scale is widely used around the world, with the exception of some countries like the United States, which predominantly uses Fahrenheit.
Current Use
The Celsius scale is the most widely used temperature scale in the world today. It is used in most countries for daily temperature measurements. In scientific contexts, it is used alongside the Kelvin scale, which is the SI unit for temperature. The Celsius scale's straightforward alignment with the metric system makes it an ideal choice for educational, scientific, and meteorological purposes.
Fun Fact
The Celsius scale was initially reversed, with 0 as boiling point and 100 as freezing point.
Interval KelvinK
Target UnitThe interval kelvin (K) is a derived unit of measurement used to express differences in temperature. It is a part of the International System of Units (SI) and is defined as the change in temperature equivalent to one kelvin, which is the base unit for temperature in the SI system. Unlike absolute temperature, which is measured from absolute zero, the interval kelvin focuses solely on temperature differences, making it useful for scientific calculations in thermodynamics and other fields where temperature changes are analyzed. An interval of 1 K represents the same incremental change as an interval of 1°C, thereby bridging Celsius and Kelvin scales.
Current Use
Today, the interval kelvin is widely used in scientific research, especially in physics and chemistry, where precise temperature measurements are crucial. It is also utilized in engineering applications that require temperature control and monitoring. The interval kelvin is essential in fields like cryogenics, where small temperature differences can significantly affect material properties and reactions.
Fun Fact
The Kelvin scale is named after Lord Kelvin, who helped establish the absolute temperature scale.
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Celsius
temperature • Non-SI
Definition
Celsius, denoted by the symbol °C, is a scale and unit of measurement for temperature. It is named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius, who developed a similar temperature scale. In the Celsius scale, the freezing point of water is 0 degrees, and the boiling point is 100 degrees under standard atmospheric pressure. This makes it especially useful for scientific calculations and everyday temperature measurements as it aligns closely with the metric system. The Celsius scale is widely used around the world, with the exception of some countries like the United States, which predominantly uses Fahrenheit.
History & Origin
The Celsius scale was developed by Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius in 1742. Originally, Celsius devised his scale with 0 as the boiling point of water and 100 as the freezing point, which was later inverted by Carl Linnaeus in 1744 to its current form. This scale quickly became popular due to its straightforward 100-degree interval between the key physical phenomena of freezing and boiling water, which made it intuitive and easy to use, particularly for scientific work.
Etymology: The term 'Celsius' comes from the surname of Anders Celsius, the inventor of this temperature scale.
Current Use
The Celsius scale is the most widely used temperature scale in the world today. It is used in most countries for daily temperature measurements. In scientific contexts, it is used alongside the Kelvin scale, which is the SI unit for temperature. The Celsius scale's straightforward alignment with the metric system makes it an ideal choice for educational, scientific, and meteorological purposes.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The Celsius scale was initially reversed, with 0 as boiling point and 100 as freezing point.
- •Celsius is used by scientists worldwide, except in the U.S., where Fahrenheit is more common.
- •The Celsius scale is often called centigrade, a term derived from Latin meaning 'hundred steps'.
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Interval Kelvin
temperature • Non-SI
Definition
The interval kelvin (K) is a derived unit of measurement used to express differences in temperature. It is a part of the International System of Units (SI) and is defined as the change in temperature equivalent to one kelvin, which is the base unit for temperature in the SI system. Unlike absolute temperature, which is measured from absolute zero, the interval kelvin focuses solely on temperature differences, making it useful for scientific calculations in thermodynamics and other fields where temperature changes are analyzed. An interval of 1 K represents the same incremental change as an interval of 1°C, thereby bridging Celsius and Kelvin scales.
History & Origin
The concept of temperature intervals traces back to the development of thermometry in the 17th century. The Kelvin scale, named after the Scottish physicist William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin, was established in 1848. The distinction between absolute temperature and temperature intervals became significant for scientific precision, especially in the fields of thermodynamics and physical chemistry.
Etymology: The term 'kelvin' is named after Lord Kelvin, who contributed significantly to thermodynamic science. The use of 'interval' signifies that it measures differences rather than absolute temperatures.
Current Use
Today, the interval kelvin is widely used in scientific research, especially in physics and chemistry, where precise temperature measurements are crucial. It is also utilized in engineering applications that require temperature control and monitoring. The interval kelvin is essential in fields like cryogenics, where small temperature differences can significantly affect material properties and reactions.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The Kelvin scale is named after Lord Kelvin, who helped establish the absolute temperature scale.
- •1 K change is equivalent to a 1°C change, but the Kelvin scale starts at absolute zero.
- •The Kelvin scale is widely used in scientific fields because it avoids negative temperatures.
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