Question

Why is simple pendulum a time measuring device?

Answer 1

Answer:

because it follows SHM ...and also it is made up of Invar

Answer 2

Explanation:

for a fixed mass pendulum in a fixed gravity field the period is constant this means the device can be used to measure elapsed time .just count the swings during the event you wish to measure and you have the elapsed time accurate to one swing.

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