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“Clearly, many branches of science need an exquisite precision of timekeeping and the infinitesimal decimals of calibration, so space launches, for example, are not scheduled for leap-second dates. But society as a whole neither needs that obsessive time measurement nor is well served by it.” quote by Jay Griffiths
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“Clearly, many branches of science need an exquisite precision of timekeeping and the infinitesimal decimals of calibration, so space launches, for example, are not scheduled for leap-second dates. But society as a whole neither needs that obsessive time measurement nor is well served by it.”

Jay Griffiths

About This Quote

Source Essay: "Timekeeping and the Leap Second", 2018

Precise timekeeping is vital for science, but society doesn’t need obsessive precision.

In simple terms: Science needs exact time; everyday life doesn’t.

Key Takeaway

Balance precision with practicality.

Themes

science timekeeping precision society

Mood

analytical critical

Type

academic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • space launches
  • daily scheduling
  • policy making

Key Concepts

physics philosophy technology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is precision essential?
  • How can we simplify time standards?
A Different Perspective

Precision can be costly and unnecessary for many.

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