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Temperature is a physical quantity that expresses hot and cold. It is the manifestation of thermal energy, present in all matter, which is the source of the occurrence of heat, a flow of energy, when a body is in contact with one of a colder body. Temperature is the cause of heat transfer. In thermodynamics, it is defined as the quantity that determines the direction of heat flow between two systems in thermal contact. Temperature is the average kinetic energy of the particles in a system.

The standard unit of temperature in the International System of Units (SI) is the kelvin. Other commonly used temperature scales include Celsius and Fahrenheit. Celsius is widely used in everyday life and in many scientific contexts. Fahrenheit is primarily used in the United States.

Temperature plays a crucial role in many natural phenomena and human activities. It influences weather patterns, the behavior of chemical reactions, and the functioning of biological systems. For instance, the freezing point of water is 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit), and its boiling point is 100 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit) at standard atmospheric pressure.

Measuring temperature is essential for various applications, including meteorology, medicine, and industrial processes. Thermometers are common instruments used for this purpose, utilizing different principles such as thermal expansion of liquids or the thermoelectric effect. Understanding and controlling temperature are fundamental to many scientific and technological endeavors.