5 Questions
What is the power source for the wooden clock mentioned in the text?
A weight driven by the force of gravity
What year was the wooden clock made in Davos, Switzerland?
1688
What are the five elements used to explain how a clock works?
Energy, wheels, escapement, controller, and indicator
What provides a clock with a very constant supply of power according to the text?
Weights drawn down by the constant force of gravity
What happens when the weight is hung on the hook of the clock?
The clock starts ticking
Discover the inner workings of a clock with the curator of horology at the British Museum. Learn about the energy, wheels, escapement, pendulum, and dial of a wooden clock made in 1688. Delve into the fascinating mechanics of timekeeping in this educational quiz.
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