10 Questions
What is the symbol for the Kelvin scale?
K
Who invented the Rankine scale?
William John Macquorn Rankine
What is the equivalent of absolute zero in Fahrenheit?
-459.67 °F
At what temperature do the three phases of water co-exist in equilibrium?
273.16 K
Which temperature represents the boiling point at one atmosphere of pressure?
100 °C
What is the physical quantity expressing hot and cold?
Temperature
What is used to make objective measurements of temperature?
Thermometer
What is the condition when two physical systems have the same magnitude of temperature and there is no net flow of thermal energy between them?
Thermal equilibrium
Who invented the Fahrenheit scale?
Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit
What are the four temperature scales in use today?
Fahrenheit, Celsius, Rankine, Kelvin
Study Notes
Temperature Scales
- The Kelvin scale is denoted by the symbol K.
Development of Temperature Scales
- The Rankine scale was invented by William Rankine.
Temperature Equivalences
- Absolute zero is equivalent to -459.67°F.
Phases of Water
- At 0.01°C (32.018°F), the three phases of water coexist in equilibrium.
Boiling Point
- The boiling point of water at one atmosphere of pressure is 100°C (212°F).
Thermometry
- Temperature is the physical quantity expressing hot and cold.
- Thermometers are used to make objective measurements of temperature.
Thermal Equilibrium
- Thermal equilibrium occurs when two physical systems have the same temperature and there is no net flow of thermal energy between them.
Development of Temperature Scales
- The Fahrenheit scale was invented by Gabriel Fahrenheit.
Temperature Scales in Use
- The four temperature scales in use today are the Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin, and Rankine scales.
Test your knowledge about the measurement of temperature, including the use of thermometers and temperature scales, as well as the objective measurement of hot and cold.
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