Rankine (unit)/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Rankine (unit).

A unit of temperature, defined by absolute zero being at 0 degrees (°R), with 1°R being equal to 1°F (Fahrenheit), i.e. the temperature difference between the melting and the boiling points of water is set to 180.

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