Chlorine boils at 239 k. what is the boiling point of chlorine expressed in degrees celsius? (1 point) 93ºc 34ºc –61ºc –34ºc
To convert from celsius to Kelvin, add 273.15.
The number 273.15 is used because 0°C = 273.15
To convert from Kelvin to Celcius simply subtract 273.15
239- 273.15 = -34.15°C
Answer: \(-34^0C\).
Explanation:
Temperature of the gas is defined as the degree of hotness or coldness of a body. It is expressed in units like \(^0C\) and \(K\)
These units of temperature are inter convertible.
We are given:
Temperature of the gas = \(239K\)
Converting this unit of temperature into \(^0C\) by using conversion factor:
\((t-273)^0C=tK\)
\(273K=0^0C\)
Thus \(239K=(239-273)=-34^0C\)
Thus the temperature is \(-34^0C\).