What is absolute zero on the Kelvin scale in Fahrenheit?

Absolute zero is defined as the point at which particles have the minimum possible kinetic energy, representing the lowest limit of the thermodynamic temperature scale. On the Kelvin scale, absolute zero is designated as 0 K. When converting this temperature to Fahrenheit, we use the conversion formula from Kelvin to Fahrenheit:

[ F = \left( K - 273.15 \right) \times \frac{9}{5} + 32 ]

Substituting 0 K into the formula:

[ F = \left( 0 - 273.15 \right) \times \frac{9}{5} + 32 ]

[ = -273.15 \times \frac{9}{5} + 32 ]

[ = -491.67 + 32 ]

[ = -459.67 \text{ degrees Fahrenheit} ]

Since the closest whole number approximation is -460 degrees Fahrenheit, this confirms that absolute zero corresponds to -460 degrees Fahrenheit on that scale. Thus, the answer is indeed C, as it accurately reflects the established scientific conversion from the Kelvin scale to the Fahrenheit scale.