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There are four main temperature scales used around the world. Celsius is used in most countries for everyday measurements. Fahrenheit is primarily used in the United States. Kelvin is the standard unit in science and physics. Rankine is used in some engineering fields, particularly in the United States.
| From | To Fahrenheit | To Kelvin | To Rankine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celsius | (°C × 9/5) + 32 | °C + 273.15 | (°C + 273.15) × 9/5 |
| Fahrenheit | — | (°F + 459.67) × 5/9 | °F + 459.67 |
| Kelvin | (K × 9/5) − 459.67 | — | K × 9/5 |
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature — 0 Kelvin, or -273.15°C, or -459.67°F. At this temperature, atoms have minimal thermal motion.
The US adopted the Fahrenheit scale in the early 1700s before the Celsius scale was widely established. It remains in use today due to historical convention.
Normal room temperature is generally considered to be around 20–22°C (68–72°F).