Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius
Converting from °F to °C
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Information:
- Celsius (°C) is part of the metric system.
- Fahrenheit (°F) is primarily used in the United States.
- Kelvin (K) is the SI base unit of thermodynamic temperature. Absolute zero is 0 K.
Conversion Details & Formula
Formula:
(°F - 32) × 5/9 = °C
Key Temperature Points:
- Water Freezes: 0 °C = 32 °F = 273.15 K
- Water Boils (at 1 atm): 100 °C = 212 °F = 373.15 K
- Absolute Zero: -273.15 °C = -459.67 °F = 0 K
SI Unit:
The Kelvin (K) is the SI base unit of thermodynamic temperature.