what is that 5/9 in fahrenhiets equation?

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2007-10-30 04:16:50 · 2 answers · asked by knowledge hunter 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

Because there are 180 degree F between the boiling point and melting point of water, and 100 degree C.

C = 5/9(f-32)

2007-10-30 04:22:15 · answer #1 · answered by norman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

One degree F is only 5/9 of a degree C. A Fahrenheit degree is smaller than a Centigrade degree.

2007-10-30 04:22:32 · answer #2 · answered by ZikZak 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋