The Fahrenheit scale is considered to be the LEAST useful temperature scale for scientific purposes because: A) the original fixed points for the scale were arbitrarily (and poorly) chosen, giving 0°F no real meaning. B) the Celsius scale was created first, and so has a longer tradition with the scientific community. C) the modern Fahrenheit scale does not properly identify the steam point of water. D) it is too difficult to convert Fahrenheit data into the Celsius scale.

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The Fahrenheit scale was originally based on arbitrary and imprecise fixed points, meaning that 0°F has no real physical significance. In contrast, both the Celsius and Kelvin scales are based on fixed points that are directly related to the behavior of water, making them more useful for scientific purposes.

The Fahrenheit Scale Is Considered to Be the LEAST Useful