Brazil's Time Zones and Measurement

The video discusses the historical use of sundials for time measurement and the evolution to modern time zones. It explains how the Earth is divided into 24 time zones, each 15 degrees apart, based on the Greenwich Meridian. The video also covers the specific challenges Brazil faces with its time zones due to its geographical location. Finally, it encourages viewers to engage with the content by liking, commenting, and subscribing.

What ancient tool did humans use to measure time during the day?

• Mechanical clock

• Water clock

• Sundial

• Hourglass

Why is the solar clock no longer in use?

• It cannot be used at night

• It is difficult to read

• It is too expensive to build

• It does not align with local time zones

How many time zones is the Earth divided into?

• 36

• 24

• 12

• 48

What is the width in degrees of each time zone?

• 10 degrees

• 15 degrees

• 20 degrees

• 25 degrees

Which meridian is used as the reference for time zones?

• Tropic of Capricorn

• Prime Meridian

• Equator

• Tropic of Cancer

How does Brazil manage its time zones to avoid historical problems?

• By changing time zones every year

• By following the exact international time zone limits

• By using a single time zone for the entire country

• By creating its own time zones that align with state borders

How many time zones does Brazil have?

• 5

• 4

• 2

• 3

When it is noon in the capital of Brazil, what time is it in the Acre region?

• 10 AM

• 1 PM

• 11 AM

• 2 PM

What is the main reason for Brazil's time zones being behind London?

• Brazil has a larger land area

• Brazil is on the equator

• Brazil is west of the Greenwich Meridian

• Brazil is east of the Greenwich Meridian

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