Breaking Math Podcast

What is Time?


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In this episode of Breaking Math, Autumn and Andrew Novick delve into the intricate world of timekeeping, exploring the significance of precise time measurement in modern technology. They discuss the evolution from traditional atomic clocks to cutting-edge optical clocks, the critical role of time in various industries, and the implications of time on fundamental physics, including Einstein's theories. The conversation also touches on the quirky concept of leap seconds and the future advancements in timekeeping technology, emphasizing the relative nature of time and its perception.

You can learn more about Time at time.gov and NIST at nist.gov.

All opinions are of the individual scientist and do not reflect the opinions of  NIST or the federal Government.

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Breaking Math PodcastBy Gabriel Hesch and Autumn Phaneuf

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