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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One second is defined as equal to

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Which is the most accurate clock ?

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ls there any specific reason for using Cesium-133 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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Define the term sundial.

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Name a few time measuring devices.

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Convert 1 day to seconds.

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Do atomic clocks really work?

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What is atomic time on a clock?

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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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Atomic standard time is based on: 

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

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What are the units of time?

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What are the uses of Atomic clock?

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Types of Clocks Based on Working Mechanism.

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How does a pendulum clock work?

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

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What is analog clock?