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Measure Information
- The Metric System
The metric system is a system of measurement that is used throughout much of the world. Learn about the metric system and find helpful links to metric prefixes and conversion tables.
www.metricconversion.us/system.htm
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Radio-Controlled Clock (Photograph)
Atomic clocks use the frequency of an atomic oscillator to measure the passage of time, and are the most accurate clocks in existence. This atomic clock showcases the time, the date, the day of the week, and the temperature.
www.AtomicClocks.us/radio-controlled-clock.htm
- Barometer Styles
The aneroid barometer was invented in 1845. This type of barometer uses an evacuated sealed chamber instead of mercury to measure air pressure.
www.Barometers.us/styles.htm
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Spiral Bike Rack (Photograph)
This metal coil bike rack provides efficient storage and a measure of security for many bicycles at one time. Permanently installed bike racks are often found in cities and near schools and transportation centers.
www.BikeRacks.us/spiral-rack.htm
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Do It Yourself (Illustration)
Do-it-yourself home improvement is made significantly easier if a person has a basic set of tools at home. The most important tools include a hammer, a level, a tape measure, wrenches and pliers, screwdrivers, a utility knife, and a drill.
www.Do-It-Yourself.us/diy.htm
- Metric Conversion
Metric units are used to measure length, area, volume, weight, pressure, energy, and temperature and are different from commonly used English measurements.
www.metricconversion.us/
- Weather Instruments
Weather instruments are used to measure different aspects of the weather and include thermometers, barometers, weather balloons, satellites, and more. Visit this site to learn about various weather instruments.
www.WeatherInstruments.us/
- Radio-Controlled Atomic Clock (Digital Image)
A black atomic clock sits on a wood-grained desk, using atomic vibration technology in order to measure time.
www.AtomicClocks.us/search.htm
- Traffic Light Surveillance Camera (Digital Image)
A surveillance camera is perched at the end of a traffic light. Add a measure of security by installing a surveillance camera at your home or business. Keep track of who enters your property, and what they do.
www.SurveillanceEquipment.us/search.htm
- Anemometer and Weather Vane (Digital Video)
A weather vane and an anemometer measure the direction and speed of the wind, respectively.
vimeo.com/72785998
Measure News
- House passes ban on transgender students in girls sports
In 2023, the measure had no support from Democrats. This time, it had two Democratic votes.
CBS News. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 15:28:56 -0500.
- Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents
The measure is meant to help tackle the country's housing crisis, the prime minister said.
BBC News. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:27:55 GMT.
- Urgent warning to Americans as key economic indicator hits highest level since 2008 financial crisis
An ominous measure of problems for the US economy jumped last year - and was amost twice the level it was in recent years.
Daily Mail. Sun, 12 Jan 2025 04:37:02 GMT.
- Supreme Court appears skeptical of blocking US ban on TiKTok: What to know
The Supreme Court heard TikTok's case to toss out a ban just nine days before it will take effect. The Biden administration defended the measure on national security grounds.
Fox News. Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:50:14 -0500.
- House Passes Bill to Sanction I.C.C. Officials for Israeli Prosecutions
The action put the measure on track for likely enactment given strong support for it among Republicans, who now control the Senate, and President-elect Donald J. Trump.
Karoun Demirjian. New York Times. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:43:28 +0000.
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