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Celsius to Kelvin Formula

               To convert between the temperature scales, you need to know the formula. Celsius
               and Kelvin are based on the same size degree, just with different "zero" points, so
               this equation is simple:

               The formula to convert Celsius to Kelvin is:


               K = °C + 273

               or, if you want more significant figures:


               K = °C + 273.15

               Problem #1 Convert 27° C to Kelvin.

               Solution


               K = °C + 273
               K = 27 + 273
               K = 300K



               Kelvin To Celsius (K to C)

               Problem #1 Convert 256 K. °C


               Solution:

               The conversion formula for °C to K is
               TC = (TK) - 273
               TC = 256 - 273
               TC = -17 °C




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