The Newton Temperature scale is a historical method of measuring temperature, developed by the renowned physicist and mathematician Sir Isaac Newton. Unlike widely used temperature scales such as Celsius, Fahrenheit, or Kelvin, the Newton scale is lesser-known but played a significant role in the evolution of thermal measurement systems.
Sir Isaac Newton proposed the Newton temperature scale in the early 18th century. He based it on the expansion and contraction of materials with heat. Newton's pioneering work on heat transfer and temperature laid the foundation for many modern thermal systems we use today.
On the Newton temperature scale, the melting point of ice is designated as 0°N, and the boiling point of water is set at 33°N under standard atmospheric pressure. This scale uses linear interpolation between these points to measure other temperatures.
The Newton scale can be converted into commonly used scales. For example:
While not used in modern practices, the Newton scale serves as an important historical reference for temperature measurement.
Although the Newton temperature scale is obsolete today, it is studied as a part of the history of science and serves as a testament to Newton’s contributions to physics and thermodynamics.
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