Time Zones

Time Zones

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Science

6th - 12th Grade

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The video explains the concept of time zones, which are regions on Earth using the same standard time based on longitudinal meridians. It describes how time zones are calculated, the historical establishment of time zones at the International Meridian Conference in 1884, and the adoption of Greenwich Mean Time as the universal standard. The video also discusses the impact of time zones on the human body, particularly when traveling across different zones.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is a time zone and how is it determined?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the relationship between meridians and time zones.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the significance of the International Meridian Conference of 1884.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What historical event led to the establishment of the Greenwich Mean Time?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does traveling across time zones affect your body clock?

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