The Difference Between the Celsius and the Kelvin Scales for Measuring

question 11

Multiple Choice

The difference between the Celsius and the Kelvin scales for measuring temperature is that only the Kelvin scale has a true zero point.Thus,the Celsius scale is a_______ measurement scale whereas the Kelvin scale is a_______ measurement scale.

• A)nominal / ordinal
• B)ratio / ordinal
• C)ordinal / interval
• D)interval / ratio

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A critical structure in the cochlea of the inner ear, it plays a key role in the mechanical analysis of sound waves for hearing.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped cavity within the inner ear, playing a crucial role in converting sound waves into electrical signals.

Ossicles

Tiny ossicles located within the middle ear that transfer sound waves from the tympanic membrane to the cochlea.

Human Hearing

The faculty by which humans perceive sound through vibrations detected by the cochlea in the ear.