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Comparing Celsius and Fahrenheit Temperature Scales, Pre-Algebra Instructional VideoComparing Celsius and Fahrenheit Temperature Scales, Pre-Algebra Instructional Video
Publisher
Khan Academy
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5th - 7th
Subjects
Math
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Instructional Videos
Media Length
2:50
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Duration
10 mins
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2010
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Comparing Celsius and Fahrenheit Temperature Scales, Pre-Algebra

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What exactly is the difference between Celsius and Fahrenheit? Watch this video to find out. Sal identifies and defines the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales, assesses the differences, and then labels boiling and freezing on each of the provided thermometers.

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comparisons, degrees celsius, degrees fahrenheit, math applications, real-world applications

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building background knowledge, celsius, comparative analysis, fahrenheit, math applications, math

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