Reading a Thermometer

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What is a thermometer?

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A thermometer is a tool used to measure temperature.

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What does Celsius measure?

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Celsius measures temperature in degrees, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.

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What does Fahrenheit measure?

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Fahrenheit measures temperature in degrees, where water freezes at 32° and boils at 212°.

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What is the freezing point of water in Celsius?

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0° Celsius.

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What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?

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100° Celsius.

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What is the freezing point of water in Fahrenheit?

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32° Fahrenheit.

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What is the boiling point of water in Fahrenheit?

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212° Fahrenheit.

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How do you decide what to wear based on temperature?

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You choose clothing based on how hot or cold it is, like wearing a coat for cold weather or a t-shirt for warm weather.

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What does a thermometer look like?

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A thermometer usually has a glass tube with a scale marked in degrees.

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What color might indicate a hot temperature on a thermometer?

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Red often indicates a hot temperature.