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World's most accurate atomic clock passes a crucial test
Original: World’s most accurate atomic clock passes a crucial test
The world's most accurate atomic clock has passed a crucial test, confirming the precision and reliability of the timekeeping technology. Atomic clocks underpin GPS, telecommunications and fundamental physics research, so any advance in accuracy is closely watched by scientists. The result is being reported as a milestone in precision measurement, though details of the test and the team behind it are not specified.
Why now: Advances in timekeeping precision affect GPS, navigation and fundamental physics, drawing broad scientific and media interest
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