The minimum temperature reached on the surface of Mars, -140°C, is represented on the absolute (Kelvin) temperature scale as
A) 133 K.
B) 153 K.
C) -133 K.
D) 140 K.

Name: The minimum temperature reached on the surface of Mars, -140°C, is represented on the absolute (Kelvin) temperature scale as A) 133 K. B) 153 K. C) -133 K. D) 140 K.
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To convert -140°C to Kelvin, add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature: -140 + 273.15 = 133.15 K, which rounds to 133 K. Kelvin temperatures cannot be negative.

The Minimum Temperature Reached on the Surface of Mars, -140°C