What is the relationship between the Celsius and Kelvin scales?

Practice Questions

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What is the relationship between the Celsius and Kelvin scales?
  1. K = C + 273.15
  2. C = K + 273.15
  3. K = C - 273.15
  4. C = K - 273.15

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the relationship between the Celsius and Kelvin scales?
  • Step 1: Understand that Celsius (C) and Kelvin (K) are both units of temperature.
  • Step 2: Know that Kelvin is used in scientific contexts and starts at absolute zero, which is the coldest possible temperature.
  • Step 3: Remember that 0 degrees Celsius is equivalent to 273.15 Kelvin.
  • Step 4: To convert Celsius to Kelvin, you add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature.
  • Step 5: The formula to convert is K = C + 273.15.
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