The formula C = 5/9(F – 32) can be used to convert temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit, F, to degrees Celsius, C. Water boils when it reaches a temperature of 212° Fahrenheit. Write this temperature in degrees Celsius. (Just write the number)

Respuesta :

The water boils at 100° Celsius.

Explanation:

Given that the water boils when it reaches a temperature of 212° Fahrenheit.

We need to determine the temperature in degrees Celsius.

Celsius:

The temperature in degrees Celsius can be determined using the formula,

[tex]C=\frac{5}{9}(F-32)[/tex]

To determine the temperature of 212° Fahrenheit in Celsius, let us substitute [tex]F=212[/tex] in the above formula.

Thus, we have,

[tex]C=\frac{5}{9}(212-32)[/tex]

Simplifying, we have,

[tex]C=\frac{5}{9}(180)[/tex]

[tex]C=\frac{900}{9}[/tex]

[tex]C=100^{\circ}[/tex]

Thus, the water boils at 100° Celsius.