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NRICH topics: Measuring and calculating with units Temperature

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There are 9 NRICH Mathematical resources connected to Temperature, you may find related items under Measuring and calculating with units.

Broad Topics > Measuring and calculating with units > Temperature

Problem Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

All in a Jumble

My measurements have got all jumbled up! Swap them around and see if you can find a combination where every measurement is valid.

Age 11 to 14
Challenge Level Yellow starYellow star
Problem Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Temperature

Is there a temperature at which Celsius and Fahrenheit readings are the same?

Age 11 to 14
Challenge Level Yellow starYellow star
List Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Being Curious - Lower Primary Measures

Measure problems to spark your curiosity.

Age 5 to 7
List Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Being Resilient - Primary Measures

Measure problems at primary level that may require resilience.

Age 5 to 11
Challenge Level Yellow star
List Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Being Resourceful - Primary Measures

Measure problems at primary level that require careful consideration.

Age 5 to 11
Challenge Level Yellow star
List Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Being Collaborative - Primary Measures

Measure problems for primary learners to work on with others.

Age 5 to 11
Challenge Level Yellow star
List Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Being Curious - Primary Measures

Measure problems for inquiring primary learners.

Age 5 to 11
Challenge Level Yellow star
Problem Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

In Order

Can you rank these quantities in order? You may need to find out extra information or perform some experiments to justify your rankings.

Age 7 to 11
Challenge Level Yellow star
Game Primary curriculum Secondary curriculum

Do You Measure Up?

A game for two or more players that uses a knowledge of measuring tools. Spin the spinner and identify which jobs can be done with the measuring tool shown.

Age 7 to 11
Challenge Level Yellow star

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