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Is it possible that Kelvin and Platinum Temperature Scale give same reading of Temperature?
Kelvin and Platinum Temperature Scale.
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In summary, the Kelvin temperature scale is an absolute temperature scale used in scientific and engineering applications. It is based on absolute zero and has a lowest possible temperature of 0 Kelvin, equivalent to -273.15 degrees Celsius. The Kelvin scale is different from the Celsius scale as it is based on absolute zero rather than the freezing and boiling points of water. Platinum is used as the reference material for the Kelvin scale and is important in accurately measuring temperature. The Kelvin scale is primarily used in scientific experiments and allows for easier conversion between units. It is not commonly used in everyday life, where temperatures are typically measured in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
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Hello Vivek, 
Isn't one of them a definition of a temperature scale and the other the scale on a device to measure temperature ?
Isn't one of them a definition of a temperature scale and the other the scale on a device to measure temperature ?
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Yes you are right. Then tell me What is the Temperature Scale in Platinum Resistance Thermometers?
Yes you are right. Then tell me What is the Temperature Scale in Platinum Resistance Thermometers?
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Vivek098 said:
It's a device to measure temperature. The scale is whatever scale the individual device uses.
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Related to Kelvin and Platinum Temperature Scale.
1. What is the Kelvin temperature scale?
The Kelvin temperature scale is an absolute temperature scale that is used in scientific and engineering applications. It is based on the concept of absolute zero, which is the temperature at which all molecular motion stops. On the Kelvin scale, the lowest possible temperature is 0 Kelvin (K), which is equivalent to -273.15 degrees Celsius (°C).
2. How is the Kelvin temperature scale different from the Celsius scale?
The Celsius scale is based on the freezing and boiling points of water, while the Kelvin scale is based on absolute zero. This means that on the Kelvin scale, there are no negative numbers as all temperatures are measured from absolute zero. Additionally, one degree Kelvin is equivalent to one degree Celsius, but the sizes of the units are different (Kelvin units are larger).
3. What is the significance of platinum in the Kelvin temperature scale?
Platinum is used as the reference material for the definition of the Kelvin temperature scale. At its melting point of 1768.3 K, the resistance of platinum is precisely known, making it an ideal material for accurately measuring temperature. This led to the development of the International Temperature Scale of 1990 (ITS-90), which is based on the melting and freezing points of pure substances, including platinum.
4. Is the Kelvin temperature scale used in everyday life?
No, the Kelvin scale is not used in everyday life as it is primarily used in scientific and engineering fields. In everyday life, temperatures are typically measured and reported in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
5. How is the Kelvin scale used in scientific experiments?
The Kelvin scale is used in scientific experiments to accurately measure and report temperatures. This is important in experiments where precise temperature control is necessary, such as in chemical reactions or the study of materials at extreme temperatures. The Kelvin scale also allows for easier conversion between units, making it a useful tool for scientists.
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