Definition of Kelvin Temperature Scale

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Kelvin Temperature Scale

An absolute temperature scale in which a change of 1 Kelvin equals a change of 1 degree Celsius; 0oK is the lowest temperature on the Kelvin scale. The freezing point of water is +273oK (Kelvin) and the boiling point of +373oK. It is used primarily for scientific purposes. It is also known as the Absolute Temperature Scale.



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