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      8 months ago

      Celsius uses an arbitrary reference point (freezing point of water). Kelvin uses the same sized units, but is referenced from absolute zero. While this seems just as arbitrary, it actually makes some scientific calculations a lot easier.

      Basically, scientists have been working to slot the various base units together in a neat and orderly manner. Kelvin fits this far better than Celsius, and so became the baseline SI unit.

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          8 months ago

          I fully agree with that. It’s also quite easy to shift between the 2. I just had the difference drilled into me way too much, at university.