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A pendulum clock is taken to a high altitude. Will it gain or lose time?

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To determine whether a pendulum clock will gain or lose time when taken to a high altitude, we can analyze the effect of altitude on the gravitational acceleration (g) and the time period of the pendulum. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Effect of Altitude on Gravitational Acceleration (g)**: - As we ascend to higher altitudes, the gravitational acceleration (g) decreases. This is due to the fact that gravitational force diminishes with distance from the Earth's center. 2. **Time Period of a Pendulum**: ...
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