Time Is Now Precisely Measured with Primary Standard Clocks That

question 183

Multiple Choice

Time is now precisely measured with primary standard clocks that are based on

• A)very precise pendulum motion.
• B)the first appearance of ground hogs on Ground Hog day.
• C)the vibration of cesium atoms.
• D)the pulse rate of pulsar stars.
• E)the speed of light.

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