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An atomic clock counts the vibration of an Atom. It has been verified that so many vibrations of a cesium atom (measured in cycles per second/ frequency) equals one second. So by counting the vibrations of cesium atoms we can have a very accurate and unwavering count of the second.

Often times the time is then broadcast via radio for other clocks around the world to tune in with. I have one in my room! I don't have to set it, just plug it in!

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