If a pendulum clock is accurate at sea level, will it gain or lose time when taken to high altitude?

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2007-12-02 08:32:05 · 2 answers · asked by J L 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

Lose because of the lower gravity.

Gain because of the lower temperature and less air resistance.

Overall - depends on which effect is greater.

2007-12-02 08:36:48 · answer #1 · answered by za 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Pendulum clocks lose time if you move them up OR down from sea level!

2007-12-02 08:40:41 · answer #2 · answered by Brommy A 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋