Since ancient times, man has used time. Since the beginning of history, man realized that he could manage the periodicity in the occurrence of different phenomena, to design and build a system that would measure time.
Long before the invention of watches, man was oriented through the observation of nature to measure it. His first resource was the stars. In this way, the appearance of the sun and the moon served as indicators to sleep or lie down.
The great obelisks of Egyptian antiquity were intended to measure the passing of the day, they had a public function because they were visible to all. They also used the water clocks at night when the sundials were no longer useful. These consisted of a vessel that contained water, some marks and a small hole that indicated, as it drained, how much time had elapsed.
The civilizations of the world from China to the Mediterranean knew and handled the sundial. The simplest was a simple rod stuck into the ground parallel to the axis of the terrestrial globe. The shadow it cast on the ground determined the time of day in which they were.
As astronomy as a science evolved, different instruments began to be designed to measure time. We can start by naming the hourglasses, going through mechanical watches, until reaching the digital ones and the chronometers currently used.
Each design and invention responded to a unique alternative for the time, which was to measure time; however, each had certain limitations; for example, the hourglass was affected by the cold, since it used to freeze.
With the passing of history, man commonly counts time with watches, however, he uses other types of equipment designed for a specific function, but at the same time they mark the hours; among them, mobile phones, radio alarm clocks, even computer graphics that tell you how long it takes to download a function, application, or program.
With the development of science and technology, temporal measurement becomes more absolute than relative; that is, they began to build devices that record time with greater accuracy and precision. Thus we have the invention of the chronometer, which, due to its degree of accuracy, could advance in the determination of the coordinates in navigation.
The progress of history with respect to the clock was marked by the electric clock in 1841. It was not until 1921 that this device was perfected, because its pendulum could oscillate practically freely, and not through electro magnets.
The latest in clock invention are the “smartwatch” or smart watches, which are designed as wristwatches, but their operation is determined by a computer, which offers different functions, for example: weather status, Internet connection, time of the day etc.
Instructions
- Since ancient times, man has used time. Since the beginning of history, man realized that he could manage the periodicity in the occurrence of different phenomena, to design and build a system that would measure time.
- Long before the invention of watches, man was oriented through the observation of nature to measure it. His first resource was the stars. In this way, the appearance of the sun and the moon served as indicators to sleep or lie down.
- The great obelisks of Egyptian antiquity were intended to measure the passing of the day, they had a public function because they were visible to all. They also used the water clocks at night when the sundials were no longer useful. These consisted of a vessel that contained water, some marks and a small hole that indicated, as it drained, how much time had elapsed.
- The civilizations of the world from China to the Mediterranean knew and handled the sundial. The simplest was a simple rod stuck into the ground parallel to the axis of the terrestrial globe. The shadow it cast on the ground determined the time of day in which they were.
- As astronomy as a science evolved, different instruments began to be designed to measure time. We can start by naming the hourglasses, going through mechanical watches, until reaching the digital ones and the chronometers currently used.
- Each design and invention responded to a unique alternative for the time, which was to measure time; however, each had certain limitations; for example, the hourglass was affected by the cold, since it used to freeze.
- With the passing of history, man commonly counts time with watches, however, he uses other types of equipment designed for a specific function, but at the same time they mark the hours; among them, mobile phones, radio alarm clocks, even computer graphics that tell you how long it takes to download a function, application, or program.
- With the development of science and technology, temporal measurement becomes more absolute than relative; that is, they began to build devices that record time with greater accuracy and precision. Thus we have the invention of the chronometer, which, due to its degree of accuracy, could advance in the determination of the coordinates in navigation.
- The progress of history with respect to the clock was marked by the electric clock in 1841. It was not until 1921 that this device was perfected, because its pendulum could oscillate practically freely, and not through electro magnets.
- The latest in clock invention are the “smartwatch” or smart watches, which are designed as wristwatches, but their operation is determined by a computer, which offers different functions, for example: weather status, Internet connection, time of the day etc
What do you need
The word time comes from the Latin “tempus”. Its meaning is really broad and is usually applied in different areas because time is a social convention. But the broader meaning is the one that is framed from the physical point of view, when it relates the events in sequences.
Importance
For a human being to lead an organized and simple life, he uses time, which is a fundamental tool in his day to day. This allows the individual to measure the time elapsed in their various affairs or some moment in life. However, the man in his eagerness to control his activities has given him even more divisions and classifications.
Acceptances
- Halftime
This way of calling time corresponds to the sports field, which establishes a recess period between the two halves of a game like soccer. This comes by extension of the English “half time”, which translates half time.
If we talk about the working day, part-time contracts are expressed in this way.
- Leisure
It implies dedicating a space to carry out activities that are not regular ones such as working, studying, or doing household chores. The person manages the time without restrictions, or according to their convenience.
- Real time
It is applied to the interaction, through digital media, between the internal time emitted by the system, and the environment time. For this reason, it is possible to watch a football game through the satellite signal at the precise moment it occurs.
- chronological time
It is one that is measured through conventional instruments such as the clock and calendars or almanacs, which serve as a reference to govern our habitual affairs.
- psychological time
It refers to Einstein’s theory regarding the relativity of time.
Features
Relative
- Einsten pointed out that the measurement of time is relative in 1905, and that is its main characteristic. His thesis states that everything depends on the point of reference or perspective. For example, for a love relationship, 5 minutes of enjoyment between lovers can be considered to elapse as the speed of light; however, to someone caught up in a natural catastrophe, 5 minutes can be considered a buff, which is the longest measure by which the magnitude of time can be determined. That is why space and time always go hand in hand.
- Age is another notion of relativity of time. Perhaps you are already well into your old age, you are already 70 years old, however, you consider that only recently you were young and handsome, with a good bearing and coveted by all.
Abstract
- Time is an abstract concept, it has no form and is intangible, for this reason it is difficult for children to understand its sequence. Time never stops and you can’t keep it. Every moment passes and disappears, for this reason we talk about “taking advantage of time” using it differently for different purposes.
Necessary
- All activity requires organization and planning, which is given only by time. In this way, the investment in the activity will be worth it, because you will save time to be able to dedicate yourself to other activities.
- Interrupting what we are doing and then restarting it tends to cause confusion and hinder the development of the work, all because of not managing time well. Everything requires a deadline and a specific time to complete any activity.
Irreplaceable
- When you take advantage of the time in each of life’s circumstances, there will be no room for regrets or complaints. For example, the time we dedicate to our loved ones must be of quality.
- Avoid postponements. Do not leave things “for later” or “for the last day”. Define the deadlines and plan them, because you will avoid major inconveniences.
- Establish priorities in terms of the activities you do. It may be that you spend a lot of time on something that at first glance will not yield good results.
You must remember that time, we cannot control it; Even when you have prioritized, different eventualities will arise that make it difficult for us to cover what is established. However, do not allow certain issues to steal your time and play a trick on you: disorganization, your work style, checking emails, lack of interest, social networks.