According to the Theory of General Relativity, a Clock on Top

question 7

Multiple Choice

According to the theory of general relativity, a clock on top of Mount Everest would run ________ compared with a clock at sea level because ________.

• A) faster; of the high altitude, which means a slightly weaker gravity
• B) faster; the air is a lot thinner and there is less friction within the clock
• C) faster; it is closer to the Moon and thus experiences stronger tidal forces
• D) slower; of the low pressure at that altitude
• E) identically; time is the same for all clocks in the universe

Identify the preferred mediums and techniques in East Asian art, especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Understand the influence of European cultures in China during the Qing dynasty.

Describe the materials and techniques used in traditional Chinese furniture and decorative arts.

Distinguish between different types of Chinese and East Asian porcelain and their decorative techniques.

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