Question 252 of 279 in Solids, Liquids and Gases

Absolute zero

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The melting point of iron is 1535 °C. What is this temperature in Kelvin?

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1808 K (±0)

Common mistakes: 1262 K; 283 K

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A1 · 1 mark · Correctly converts 1535 °C to 1808 K (accept working).

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T(K) = T(°C) + 273 = 1535 + 273 = 1808 K

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