Absolute temperature and the kelvin scale | Physical Processes | MCAT | Khan Academy
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Temperature is a measure of particle kinetic energy, with Kelvin, Celsius, and Fahrenheit being common scales. Kelvin is favored for its positive value range, reaching absolute zero at -273.15 degrees Celsius.
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- Temperature is a measure of particle movement, with faster particles indicating higher temperatures.
- Kelvin is favored as the SI unit for temperature due to its positive values and absolute zero at 0 Kelvin, representing the coldest possible temperature.
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Recent questions
What is temperature?
Temperature is a measure of particle kinetic energy.
What are the three common temperature scales?
Kelvin, Celsius, and Fahrenheit are common temperature scales.
How do you convert Celsius to Kelvin?
Convert Celsius to Kelvin by adding 273.15 units.
What is absolute zero?
Absolute zero is the absence of particle kinetic energy.
Why is Kelvin often used as the standard SI unit for temperature?
Kelvin is preferred due to its positive value range and absolute zero.
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