Convert Fahrenheit (°F) to Kelvin (K)
Converting Fahrenheit to Kelvin is essential for scientific calculations and temperature comparisons. Use the formula K = (°F - 32) × 5/9 + 273.15 to make accurate conversions for various applications.
Conversion Formula
Reverse: °F = (K - 273.15) × 9/5 + 32
Fahrenheit to Kelvin Table
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Kelvin (K) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | — |
| 2 | 2 | — |
| 3 | 3 | — |
| 4 | 4 | — |
| 5 | 5 | — |
| 6 | 6 | — |
| 7 | 7 | — |
| 8 | 8 | — |
| 9 | 9 | — |
| 10 | 10 | — |
| 11 | 11 | — |
| 12 | 12 | — |
| 13 | 13 | — |
| 14 | 14 | — |
| 15 | 15 | — |
| 16 | 16 | — |
| 17 | 17 | — |
| 18 | 18 | — |
| 19 | 19 | — |
| 20 | 20 | — |
Unit Definitions
What is a Fahrenheit (°F)?
Fahrenheit (°F) is a temperature scale primarily used in the United States. It is based on the freezing point of water at 32 °F and the boiling point at 212 °F.
History
The Fahrenheit scale was developed in the early 18th century by Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit. It was originally based on the freezing point of a brine solution and the average human body temperature.
Current Use
Today, Fahrenheit is commonly used for everyday temperature measurements in the U.S. and some Caribbean nations, particularly in weather forecasts and household thermometers.
What is a Kelvin (K)?
Kelvin (K) is the SI unit of temperature, defined as 1/273.16 of the thermodynamic temperature of the triple point of water. It begins at absolute zero, the point where molecular motion stops.
History
The Kelvin scale was developed by William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin, in the mid-19th century. It was designed to provide a universal temperature scale based on absolute temperature.
Current Use
Kelvin is widely used in scientific research and engineering, particularly in physics and chemistry, where absolute temperature measurements are critical.