About Newton (temperature scale)
The Newton temperature scale, also known as the Newtonian scale, is a temperature scale that was proposed by Sir Isaac Newton in the 18th century. Unlike the Celsius or Fahrenheit scales, which are based on the properties of specific substances, the Newton scale is based on the rate of change of a physical property with temperature.
In the Newton scale, the zero point is defined as the temperature at which water freezes, similar to the Celsius scale. However, the scale is divided into 33 equal intervals, or degrees, between the freezing and boiling points of water. This means that each degree on the Newton scale is larger than a degree on the Celsius or Fahrenheit scales.
While the Newton scale was proposed by one of the most influential scientists in history, it did not gain widespread adoption and is not commonly used today. The Celsius and Fahrenheit scales, which are based on the properties of water and widely used in scientific and everyday applications, have become the standard temperature scales. However, the Newton scale remains an interesting historical curiosity and a testament to the ingenuity of Sir Isaac Newton.
About Réaumur
Réaumur is a temperature scale that were widely used in the past, particularly in Europe. The Réaumur scale, named after the French physicist René Antoine Ferchault de Réaumur, was developed in the early 18th century. On this scale, the freezing point of water is set at 0°Ré and the boiling point at 80°Ré, with the scale divided into 80 equal parts or degrees. The Réaumur scale was commonly used in scientific research and engineering applications in Europe until it was gradually replaced by the Celsius scale.
While the Réaumur scale is no longer commonly used, it played a significant role in the history of temperature measurement. The Celsius scale, on the other hand, has become the international standard for temperature measurement, providing a common language for scientists, engineers, and individuals worldwide.
