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Ch. 17 - Temperature, Thermal Expansion, and the Ideal Gas Law
Giancoli Douglas - Physics for Scientists and Engineers 5th edition
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Capitolo 17, Problema 3a

(I) (a) “Room temperature” is often taken to be 68°F. What is this on the Celsius scale?

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Step 1: Understand the relationship between Fahrenheit and Celsius. The formula to convert Fahrenheit (F) to Celsius (C) is: C=59(F-32).
Step 2: Substitute the given Fahrenheit temperature (68°F) into the formula. This gives: C=59(68-32).
Step 3: Perform the subtraction inside the parentheses: 68-32. This simplifies the expression.
Step 4: Multiply the result of the subtraction by the fraction 59. This will give the temperature in Celsius.
Step 5: Interpret the result as the equivalent temperature in Celsius for 68°F, which represents room temperature.

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Temperature Scales

Temperature can be measured using different scales, the most common being Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F). The Celsius scale is based on the freezing point of water at 0°C and the boiling point at 100°C, while the Fahrenheit scale sets the freezing point at 32°F and the boiling point at 212°F. Understanding the relationship between these scales is essential for converting temperatures accurately.
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Conversion Formula

To convert a temperature from Fahrenheit to Celsius, the formula used is C = (F - 32) × 5/9. This formula accounts for the difference in the size of the degree units between the two scales. Mastery of this formula is crucial for solving problems that require temperature conversions.
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Room Temperature

Room temperature is a commonly accepted range of ambient temperatures that is comfortable for human habitation, typically around 20°C to 22°C (68°F to 72°F). It serves as a standard reference point in various scientific and engineering contexts, making it important to understand its significance when discussing temperature-related questions.
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