What is the value of the fixed point on the standard (Kelvin) scale?

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(N/A) On the Kelvin scale,there is only one fixed point defined by international agreement,which is the triple point of water.
The value of the triple point of water on the Kelvin scale is $273.16 \ K$,which corresponds to $0.01^{\circ}C$ on the Celsius scale.

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