What Is the MAIN Reason That Astronomers (And Other Scientists)almost

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Multiple Choice

What is the MAIN reason that astronomers (and other scientists) almost always use the Kelvin (absolute) temperature scale rather than the Celsius or Fahrenheit scales?

• A) The scale has a physically meaningful absolute zero of temperature.
• B) The temperatures of freezing and boiling water are easier to remember.
• C) Calculations are easier on the Kelvin scale.
• D) The size of each degree (or unit) of temperature is more convenient.

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