Convert 15 degrees Celsius to Kelvin.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the conversion of a temperature given in degrees Celsius to Kelvin. The conversion formula is K = °C + 273.15.
Answer
$K = T_{\text{C}} + 273.15$
Answer for screen readers
$K = T_{\text{C}} + 273.15$
Steps to Solve
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Identify the given temperature in Celsius
Let's denote the temperature in Celsius as $T_{\text{C}}$. -
Apply the conversion formula
To convert Celsius to Kelvin, use the formula: $$ K = T_{\text{C}} + 273.15 $$ -
Plug in the value of Celsius
Substitute the value of $T_{\text{C}}$ into the equation to find the temperature in Kelvin $K$. -
Calculate the result
Perform the arithmetic to find the final value of $K$.
$K = T_{\text{C}} + 273.15$
More Information
The Kelvin scale is an absolute temperature scale used in science and engineering, where 0 K is absolute zero, the point at which all thermal motion ceases. Converting Celsius to Kelvin is straightforward as it involves just adding a constant.
Tips
- Forgetting to add the constant 273.15 when converting.
- Mixing up the conversion formulas for Celsius to Kelvin and Kelvin to Celsius.
