What does k stand for?

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Kelvin

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A temperature scale used in sciences such as astronomy to measure extremely cold temperatures. The Kelvin temperature scale is just like the Celsius scale except that the freezing point of water, zero degrees Celsius, is equal to 273 degrees Kelvin. Absolute zero, the coldest known temperature, is reached at 0 degrees Kelvin or -273.16 degrees Celsius.

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Potassium

Symbol:"K" Atomic Number:"19" Atomic Mass: 39.10amu. One of the alkali metal family. Potassium is a metallic element and one of the essential elements for organisms to survive. You can also find potassium in potash, many minerals, and fertilizers. Watch out for the spelling of this word.

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Kiss

A touch or caress with the lips. "The anatomical juxtaposition of two orbicularis oris muscles in a state of contraction." -- Henry Gibbons, Sr., MD (1808-1884)

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Karat

A unit for designating the fineness of gold in an alloy. In this system, 24 karat (24 k) is 1000 fine or pure gold.

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Kilo

Is a decimal unit prefix in the metric system denoting multiplication by one thousand (103).

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