Newton Temperature Converter
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Understanding the Newton Temperature Scale
The Newton scale (°N) is a historic temperature scale created by Sir Isaac Newton in the early 18th century. It was one of the first attempts to create a standardized temperature measurement system, setting the freezing point of water at 0 degrees and body temperature at 12 degrees.
Key Features of the Newton Scale
• Zero point (0°N) = Freezing point of water (0°C, 32°F)
• Body temperature = 12°N (approximately 37°C, 98.6°F)
• Boiling point of water = 33°N (100°C, 212°F)
Modern Usage
While the Newton scale is no longer used in modern temperature measurement, it remains historically significant as one of the first systematic approaches to temperature measurement. Today, it serves primarily as an important milestone in the development of modern temperature scales.