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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 01, 2013
Page
11
A school article explains how accurate clocks aided navigation across sea and land. It covers latitude and longitude concept basics, hemispheres, and the prime meridian, noting 18th century maps covered less than half the globe and precise timing improved travel and trade.
A colorful coleslaw recipe serves 6 to 8 with a chilled finish. Requires an adult’s help for handling the ingredients and mixing in an 8 bowl.
Cariba Heine known for mermaid role Rikki in Just Add Water faced a swimming test during casting after the director noted her water flailing. She has appeared in multiple TV shows and discussed her experiences and personal background while promoting the series and related music projects.
Sailors faced longitude navigation challenges as pendulum and spring clocks failed at sea. The Earth’s rotation suggested time differences could yield longitude, but sea clocks needed to keep exact time despite motion and temperature. Prizes spurred developments, leading to the creation of accurate marine chronometers in the mid-1700s.
The article explains how pilots and spacecraft rely on precise clocks from atomic standards to navigate. It notes World War II practices synchronize watches, compares air and sea timing, and describes how GPS uses 31 satellites with atomic clocks to provide accurate positioning on Earth. The Mini Page staff credits follow.
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