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What Happens if the Temperature is 40 Degrees? Unpacking Celsius vs. Fahrenheit

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According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the United States. When questioning "what happens if the temperature is 40 degrees," the crucial first step is to clarify the scale, as 40°C represents a dangerously high body temperature and extreme external heat, while 40°F indicates chilly conditions that can still pose a risk of hypothermia.