Question

A device works on the principle of periodic vibrations taking place within a ceasium atom. Give the significance of the device

Answer 1

The device that works on the principle of periodic vibrations within a cesium atom is called the atom clock.

It is required to measure one of the transition or resonant frequencies to precision, to convert cesium atomic resonance to atomic clock.

It has major significance in advancement of science and technology, leading to development of systems for navigation satellites, and many more.