What is a Celsius scale?

The Celsius scale is a type of centigrade scale. A centigrade scale has 100 degrees between the freezing and boiling points of water. The original Celsius scale actually had a boiling point of 0 degrees and freezing point of 100 degrees. It ran in the opposite direction of the modern scale.

What is a Celsius temperature range?

The Celsius temperature range was originally defined by setting zero as the temperature at which water froze. Zero degrees C was later redefined as the temperature at which ice melts. The other point at which Celsius was set – 100 degrees Celsius – was defined as the boiling point of water.

Why are degrees Celsius called centigrade?

Degrees Celsius (invented by Anders Celsius) are sometimes called Centigrade, because the scale was defined between 0 and 100 degrees, hence centi-grade meaning a scale consisting of 1/100ths. Increments

How do you find a Celsius temperature from Fahrenheit?

The formula to find a Celsius temperature from Fahrenheit is: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32 The formula to find a Fahrenheit temperature from Celsius is: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32 The two temperature scales are equal at -40°. Here's how to convert Celcius to Farenheit (which is actually spelled Celsius and Fahrenheit). C to F conversions are simple!