Kelvin to Celsius Converter
Precise tool to convert Kelvin to Celsius degrees. Ideal for translating scientific measurements to everyday scale.
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Factor
1.000000
Precision
2 decimal places
Type
Multiplication
Conversion Formula
(293.15 - 273.15) × 1.000000 = 0 °CProcess Explanation
To convert from kelvin to celsius, we subtract 273.15 to the original value and then multiply by the conversion factor 1.000000.
Conversion table: Kelvin a Celsius
Kelvin (K) | Celsius (°C) | Common use |
|---|---|---|
1 0 K | -273.15 °C | Absolute zero |
2 273.15 K | 0 °C | Freezing point of water |
3 293.15 K | 20 °C | Typical room temperature |
4 310.15 K | 37 °C | Human body temperature |
5 373.15 K | 100 °C | Boiling point of water |
Note: The values shown are approximations. For critical calculations, use the interactive converter above for greater precision.
How to convert from Kelvin to Celsius?
Conversion Formula
To convert Kelvin to Celsius degrees, simply subtract 273.15 from the temperature in Kelvin. This conversion is useful for interpreting scientific data in more familiar and understandable terms.
What is the Kelvin scale?
The Kelvin scale (K) is the base unit of temperature in the International System. It is an absolute scale that starts at absolute zero (-273.15°C). It is primarily used in scientific and engineering applications.
What is the Celsius scale?
The Celsius scale (°C) is a temperature scale where the freezing point of water is 0°C and the boiling point is 100°C at standard atmospheric pressure. It is widely used in science and in most countries around the world.
Practical applications of the Kelvin to Celsius conversion
Education
Explain scientific results in terms understandable to students.
Meteorology
Convert atmospheric data for weather reports.
Medicine
Interpret laboratory results in familiar scales.
Science Communication
Communicate scientific discoveries to the general public.
Frequently asked questions about Kelvin to Celsius conversion
Q Why subtract 273.15 to convert to Celsius?
273.15 is the difference between absolute zero (0K) and the freezing point of water (0°C). By subtracting this value, we adjust the scale to match the Celsius reference points.
Q When is it useful to convert from Kelvin to Celsius?
It's useful when you need to interpret scientific data in everyday terms, explain results to students, or communicate technical information to the general public.
Q What Kelvin temperatures are important?
0K (absolute zero), 273.15K (freezing point of water), 293.15K (room temperature), and 373.15K (boiling point of water) are important reference points.