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Atomic Time Standard

An extremely accurate time that is measured by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology, Time and Frequency Division in Boulder, Colorado, through vibrations of atoms in a metal isotope that resembles mercury. Radio waves transmit this exact time throughout North America and some “atomic” watches can receive them and correct to the exact time. To synchronize your watch with atomic standard time, call (303) 499-7111.

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