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In order to make a sundial, find a piece of wood that is about three feet square. Drill a hole in the center, insert a 7 inch dowel, and place the structure outside in full sunlight. At the start of every hour, mark the dowel's shadow with a tack. After you have finished, check the sundial for accuracy against a clock and make adjustments if necessary.

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