A crossword exploring unique and historical methods of measuring time beyond conventional clocks.
Ancient and Quirky Timekeeping Devices
Explore a crossword puzzle featuring unique and unusual methods of measuring time from history and beyond.
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- 1. Simple time measurement marking solar noon
- 2. Timekeeper using marked candles that burn down
- 5. Timekeeper using burning torches of set length
- 8. Ancient device using shadows to tell time
- 9. Device measuring time through steam pressure changes
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- 3. Unusual clock using mercury flow for timekeeping
- 4. Ancient device measuring time by dripping water
- 6. Water clock measuring time by flow
- 7. Sand flows to measure short time intervals
- 10. Used in precise time measurement for vibrations
- 11. Ancient astronomical instrument used for time and navigation
- 12. Old time system dividing day differently than modern clock
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