Celsius Conversion

Celsius (°C) is a unit of measurement for temperature in the metric system. It is named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius, who proposed the scale in 1742. The Celsius scale is widely used worldwide, except in the United States where Fahrenheit is more commonly used.

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What is Celsius ?

Celsius (°C) is a unit of measurement for temperature in the metric system. It is named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius, who proposed the scale in 1742. The Celsius scale is widely used worldwide, except in the United States where Fahrenheit is more commonly used.

To understand Celsius:
- Water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C at standard atmospheric pressure (sea level).
- The Celsius scale is divided into 100 equal parts between the freezing and boiling points of water.

In everyday terms, Celsius is used to measure the temperature of the air, water, and many other substances. It provides a straightforward way to understand temperature changes and weather forecasts. For example, room temperature is typically around 20-25°C, while a hot summer day might reach 30°C or higher.

Celsius is based on the properties of water, making it a practical scale for scientific and everyday use. It is easy to convert between Celsius and Kelvin (another temperature scale used in scientific contexts) because they share the same size of degree. Understanding Celsius is essential for weather reporting, cooking, climate studies, and everyday activities where temperature plays a crucial role.


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