Temperature Scales Compared
Celsius is used internationally and in science. Fahrenheit is used in the US for everyday temperatures.
Metric temperature scale used worldwide
Imperial temperature scale used in the US
| Feature | Celsius (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) |
|---|---|---|
| Water freezing | 0°C | 32°F |
| Water boiling | 100°C | 212°F |
| Body temperature | 37°C | 98.6°F |
| Used in | Most countries, science | United States, Belize |
| Formula | °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9 | °F = °C × 9/5 + 32 |
| Absolute zero | -273.15°C | -459.67°F |
Celsius (°C): Metric temperature scale used worldwide. Fahrenheit (°F): Imperial temperature scale used in the US.
Celsius is used internationally and in science. Fahrenheit is used in the US for everyday temperatures.
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