Which row correctly identifies the lower and upper fixed points used to define the Celsius scale of temperature?
| Lower fixed point | Upper fixed point | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Melting point of pure ice | Boiling point of pure mercury |
| B | Melting point of pure ice | Boiling point of pure water |
| C | Temperature of absolute zero | Melting point of pure ice |
| D | Temperature of absolute zero | Boiling point of pure water |
Row A
Row B
Row C
Row D
528 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 2.2 Thermal properties and temperature, covering 2.2.1 Thermal expansion of solids, liquids and gases, 2.2.2a Internal energy and temperature, 2.2.2b Specific heat capacity, 2.2.3a Melting, boiling, condensation and solidification, 2.2.3b Evaporation, and 2.2.3c Cooling by evaporation. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.