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The Leap Second: Time, Climate, and Earth's Rotation
This chapter examines the leap second and its link to climate change, particularly how melting ice caps are altering Earth's rotation. It elucidates the need for precise timekeeping adjustments amid these gradual changes and explores the scientific implications of both positive and negative leap seconds.
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