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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
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
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
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
- Louisiana law would require parental permission to use social media
The measure follows a trend of laws in states such as Utah and Arkansas that seek to limit adolescents' unrestricted access to social media.
CNBC. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 17:56:47 GMT.
- At Last, People Can Believe Your Pain
A recent paper published in Nature Neuroscience suggests that we may finally be able to measure pain severity simply through our brainwaves.
By William A. Haseltine, Contributor. Forbes. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:23:09 -0400.
- Texas Governor Signs Bill Banning Transgender Care for Minors
The measure makes Texas the largest state to ban transition medical treatment for people under 18.
New York Times. Sat, 03 Jun 2023 23:25:47 +0000.
- Senate passes debt ceiling bill, sending measure to Biden
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
CBS News. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:12:00 -0400.
- Congress approves debt deal, averting a US default
President Joe Biden will now sign the measure into law, staving off worldwide economic chaos.
BBC News. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 03:19:01 GMT.
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