Scientists Develop World's First Nuclear Clocks

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What is a nuclear clock?

A nuclear clock is a new type of timekeeping device that tracks changes within the nucleus of an atom, unlike traditional atomic clocks which monitor electron changes. This method allows for significantly higher precision in measuring time.

How accurate are these new nuclear clocks?

The newly developed nuclear clocks are extremely accurate, with a projected deviation of only one second over a span of 30 million years. This level of precision far exceeds current atomic clock capabilities.

What are the potential applications for nuclear clocks?

The high accuracy of nuclear clocks could lead to improvements in navigation systems like GPS, more precise mining surveys, and better earthquake prediction. They also offer new possibilities for fundamental physics research, including the search for dark matter.

Which elements are used in these nuclear clocks?

The nuclear clocks developed by the two independent teams utilise a specific isotope of thorium, known as thorium-229. This element possesses the necessary properties for precise timekeeping at the nuclear level.