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Time
This category is for questions about the methods humans go about measuring the passage of time. You can also find questions about converting one unit of time to another.
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How do you tell time using a compass?
You would not be able to tell the time accurately, for you will have to estimate degrees across the sky. AND you'll need to know whether you have daylight saving or not; and also the magnetic variation of the magnetic field at your location. And of course which hemisphere you are in. BUT don't forget, this was the basis of telling the time used by the ancients before the compass (and watches) were invented, for they knew the direction in which the sun was highest in the sky.
Start. For this exercise, we'll assume that you're in a location where you can make marks on the ground, And that you have an undamaged compass. You'll also need a small branch with two tips with you can draw a circle on the ground.
First. Determine the direction of true north. Correct the direction pointed by the compass needle for the magnetic variation at your site. This variation will be + or - from the needle indication, and may have a magnitude of several tens of degrees. Mark this direction on the ground with a line. This direction is true north. [For a +ve variation, subtract the number from the compass scale. For a -ve variation, add the number to the compass scale.]
Second. Using the pair of tips of your branch as a pair of compasses [this is the drawing instrument we refer to, and that's its proper name.] draw a circle on the ground, and in this circle, proceed to draw one of those six-pointed propellers. You will have played around doing this with your drawing set at some time. Thus the angle between any adjacent pair of 'propeller tip' is 60o (degrees). It will be helpful to mark the 30o and the 15o positions as well between one of the pairs of adjacent 'propeller tips'.
Now you know that the sun appears to revolve around the earth 360o degrees in 24 hours, so the sun moves across the sky by 15o per hour. [360 divided by 24].
Third. Mark on the ground a line in the direction of the sun and intersecting your 'true north' line above. This your Sun Line. Using our 'propeller diagram' estimate the degrees between your true north line, and your Sun Line. Remember the sun moves 15o each hour. You should be able now to determine the time. This time will be the true time for that longitude.
BUT. In some countries, the accepted time zones span many degrees of longitude; China and Russia come to mind; so local time as given by the time zone may well be out by several hours when compared with the true time! And daylight saving also has its effect. [And my country has a permanent 30 minute offset as well for reasons convenient to us.]
When Jane was at Gateshead hall, where did she spend most of her time?
Jane spent most of her time in the nursery.
Why did Washingtons troops have a difficult time in the second winter at morristown?
It was so hard because the troops were low on money, low on supplies, sick and naked
"PM" is the label used for times after 12 Noon and before 12 Midnight.
4:30 PM is in the late afternoon.
What is the speed of a woman who runs 400m in 80 seconds?
You can find all track and field records here: http://www.alltime-athletics.com/women.htm
The Women's 400 Meter record is held by Marita Koch of East Germany who ran 47.60 on June 10, 1985 in Canberra.
How many hours a day does the average college wrestler train in the offseason?
On average, the college wrestler will train about 2 hours per day in the off-season. During the wrestling season, the average college wrestler will double his training times!
What is the absolute best time of year to come fishing?
Late February thru July is the best month for flats fishing tarpon in the Keys. With peak months being May and June, these six months are referred to as tarpon season. This is when the BIG tarpon is caught. August thru October is the best time of year to catch baby tarpon in the lower Florida Keys.
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What identifies the psychic distance in the sentence once upon a time there lived a king and queen?
The psychic distance is large because the reader sees the characters from the outside
Why does the author use different styles of print and different time periods in the same chapter?
The author may use different styles of print and time periods in the same chapter to create contrast, emphasize themes or ideas, or to convey different perspectives or narratives. This technique can help engage readers, create a dynamic reading experience, and enhance the depth and complexity of the storytelling.
How many seconds is 5 minutes and 36 seconds?
5 minutes * 60 seconds/minute = 300 seconds
300 seconds + 36 seconds = 336 seconds
What statement accurately summarizes how federalism has changed over time in the US?
It has gradually made responsibilities of the state and federal government more separate (apex)
What statement accurately analysis how federalism has changed over time in the US?
The federal government has taken a more active role in areas once controlled by the states.
What is minimum time you can do in federal prison?
The minimum amount of time an individual might serve in federal prison depends on the offense and the specific sentence imposed by the court. In some cases, individuals may be eligible for early release or parole after serving a percentage of their sentence.
