The two main reference points in the Celsius scale are 0 and 100 degrees C. The two main reference points in the Fahrenheit scale are 32 and 212 degrees F. Why might the Celsius scale be preferred as a numerical scale?
So basically, the farenhite scale defines the freezing point which is 32 and the boiling point is 212 fh. So the celcius scale sets the boiling point of water to 0 and 100