Convert Reaumur to Fahrenheit
Please provide values below to convert Reaumur [°r] to Fahrenheit [°F], or Convert Fahrenheit to Reaumur.
How to Convert Reaumur to Fahrenheit
The conversion between Reaumur and Fahrenheit is not linear or involves a specific formula. Please use the calculator above for an accurate conversion.
To convert from Reaumur to the base unit, the formula is: y = Reaumur * (4/5) + 273.15
To convert from the base unit to Fahrenheit, the formula is: y = (base_unit_value - 273.15) * (9/5) + 32
Reaumur to Fahrenheit Conversion Table
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Reaumur
The Reaumur is a temperature scale where 0°r is the freezing point of water and 80°r is the boiling point under standard conditions.
History/Origin
Developed by René Antoine Ferchault de Réaumur in 1730, it was widely used in Europe for scientific and industrial purposes before being largely replaced by Celsius and Fahrenheit scales.
Current Use
The Reaumur scale is now rarely used, primarily in some regions of France and historical contexts, with most temperature measurements adopting Celsius or Fahrenheit.
Fahrenheit
Fahrenheit (°F) is a temperature scale primarily used in the United States, where water freezes at 32°F and boils at 212°F under standard atmospheric conditions.
History/Origin
Developed by Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit in 1724, the Fahrenheit scale was one of the first standardized temperature scales and was widely adopted in the United States and some Caribbean nations. It was based on fixed points such as the freezing point of a saltwater solution and human body temperature.
Current Use
Today, the Fahrenheit scale is mainly used in the United States for everyday temperature measurements, including weather forecasts, cooking, and other domestic applications. Most of the world uses the Celsius scale, but Fahrenheit remains prevalent in specific regions and contexts.