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Rankine

Verb / ˈræˌŋkaɪn / Another word for rankine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Rankine is a unit of measurement for temperature on the Fahrenheit scale, where 1 degree Rankine is equal to 1 degree Fahrenheit.

Synonyms & similar words

rankine Fahrenheit F R

Example sentences

  1. The boiling point of water is 671 Rankine.
  2. The temperature in the room is 550 Rankine.
  3. The Rankine scale is used in some engineering applications.
  4. The Rankine unit is named after William Rankine, a Scottish physicist and engineer.
  5. We need to convert the temperature from Celsius to Rankine before proceeding.

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  • It's hot enough to melt the rocks, but thanks to recent improvements in insulation, the Rankine cycle generators will function normally.
  • The Rankine cycle is the fundamental operating cycle of all power plants where an operating fluid is continuously evaporated and condensed.
  • The Rankine cycle is named after William John Macquorn Rankine, a Scottish engineer and physicist born in Edinburgh in 1820.

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