The result of converting 70°F to Rankine is 530.0°R.
To convert 70 degrees Fahrenheit to Rankine, you add 459.67 to the Fahrenheit value. This is because Rankine starts at absolute zero like Kelvin but uses Fahrenheit degrees. So, 70°F plus 459.67 gives the total Rankine temperature, illustrating the shift from Fahrenheit scale to absolute temperature scale.
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Conversion Formula
The formula to convert Fahrenheit (f) to Rankine (R) adds 459.67 to the Fahrenheit temperature. Since Rankine is an absolute scale that begins at absolute zero, which is -459.67°F, this addition shifts the scale to start at zero. So, R = f + 459.67. For example, 70°F becomes 70 + 459.67 = 530.67°R.
Conversion Example
- Convert 32°F to Rankine:
– 32 + 459.67 = 491.67°R - Convert 100°F to Rankine:
– 100 + 459.67 = 559.67°R - Convert -20°F to Rankine:
– -20 + 459.67 = 439.67°R - Convert 212°F to Rankine:
– 212 + 459.67 = 671.67°R - Convert 0°F to Rankine:
– 0 + 459.67 = 459.67°R
Conversion Chart
| °F | °R |
|---|---|
| 45.0 | 504.67 |
| 50.0 | 509.67 |
| 55.0 | 514.67 |
| 60.0 | 519.67 |
| 65.0 | 524.67 |
| 70.0 | 529.67 |
| 75.0 | 534.67 |
| 80.0 | 539.67 |
| 85.0 | 544.67 |
| 90.0 | 549.67 |
| 95.0 | 554.67 |
Use this chart to quickly find Rankine values for Fahrenheit temperatures in the range from 45°F to 95°F. Just locate your Fahrenheit number on the first column and read across to see the corresponding Rankine temperature.
Related Conversion Questions
- What is 70 degrees Fahrenheit in Rankine?
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- If I have 70°F, what is its equivalent in Rankine scale?
- Can I convert 70°F to Rankine without a calculator?
- What is the Rankine equivalent of 70°F in thermodynamics?
- How does 70°F compare to 530 Rankine?
Conversion Definitions
Fahrenheit (f) is a temperature scale where water freezes at 32°F and boils at 212°F under standard conditions. It is used mainly in the United States and some Caribbean countries, based on a scale with 180 degrees between these points.
Rankine (R) is an absolute temperature scale similar to Kelvin but uses Fahrenheit degrees. Zero Rankine is absolute zero, equivalent to -459.67°F, and temperatures increase linearly from this point, useful in thermodynamics and engineering.
Conversion FAQs
Why do I need to add 459.67 to Fahrenheit to get Rankine?
Because Rankine starts at absolute zero, which is -459.67°F, adding 459.67 shifts Fahrenheit to an absolute scale. This conversion aligns the scales so that 0°R equals absolute zero, making it useful for thermodynamic calculations involving temperature differences.
Can I convert Fahrenheit to Rankine manually without a calculator?
Yes, since the formula is simple—just add 459.67 to the Fahrenheit temperature—this can be done mentally or with basic arithmetic, especially for round numbers like 70°F, resulting in 530.67°R.
Is Rankine used in scientific experiments?
Yes, in scientific contexts involving thermodynamics, Rankine is used to measure absolute temperature in systems where Fahrenheit units are preferred, especially in engineering fields in the United States.
What happens if I convert a negative Fahrenheit temperature to Rankine?
You simply add 459.67 to the negative Fahrenheit value. For example, -20°F plus 459.67 equals 439.67°R, representing an absolute temperature below zero on the Rankine scale, which indicates extremely cold conditions.