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  • Kelvin and Celsius Equivalence: Understanding Absolute Zero (-273.15°C)
    The temperature that has the same numerical value in Kelvin and Celsius is -273.15 degrees.

    Here's why:

    * Kelvin (K): The Kelvin scale is an absolute temperature scale, meaning its zero point represents the theoretical point where all molecular motion stops.

    * Celsius (°C): The Celsius scale is based on the freezing and boiling points of water.

    The conversion between Celsius and Kelvin is:

    * K = °C + 273.15

    Therefore, when the temperature is -273.15°C, the Kelvin value is:

    * K = -273.15 + 273.15 = 0 K

    So, at -273.15 degrees, both scales have the same numerical value.

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