Measuring Time
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Measuring Time: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Sundial, Atomic Clock, Measurement of Time, Types of Clocks Based on Working Mechanism, Types of Clocks Based on the Display, Various Units for Measurement of Time and, Definition of 1 s in Terms of Atomic Clock
Important Questions on Measuring Time
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Unit of time (second) is defined in SI units in terms of:-



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ls there any specific reason for using atom for defining one second?

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What are types of clocks present based on the display?

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Give some examples of some non-luminous objects.






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How did ancient people who built sundials know that it was noon based on the sun's location?


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To measure short intervals of time, we use a stopwatch.



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Types of Clocks Based on Working Mechanism.


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What are the two types of clocks based on their working mechanism?

