Time Articles

Time measurement, time tracking, and time calculations, as well as curious facts about the history and development of these crucial disciplines.

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What is Lent and How Many Days is It?

What is Lent? Lent is an annual 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is observed by Catholics, Lutheran, Moravian, Anglican, United Protestant, and Orthodox Christian denominations in preparation for Easter each year. For Catholics Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter. For Orthodox Christians so-called "Great… Read More »

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What is Midnight in Military Time?

Military time makes frequent appearances in television shows and movies and can sound quite impressive when barked out in the middle of a tense situation. Because of the drama surrounding its use, it can make a big impact to be told to be somewhere at 1815 military time. To civilians, military time can be a… Read More »

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What is Developmental Age Vs. Chronological Age?

Have you ever heard someone describe a person as “smart for their age”? Or maybe you’ve heard that interesting fact that girls’ brains are years more mature than boys during puberty? At the root of both of these sentiments is this idea of developmental age being one thing and chronological age another.  It may seem… Read More »

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How Long Do Concerts Last?

Over 50 percent of Americans attend a live performance each year. People even take off from work just to attempt to get tickets for these live shows—not to account for the time spent getting to the concert, parking, and actually attending the show. People spend a large amount of time in just the planning process,… Read More »

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How Long Does it Take Wood to Dry

Wood is a very versatile substance that has a wide range of usages. Research conducted through Penn State University estimated that over five thousands products are made from wood—and that list continues to grow. Historically, people have always used some variation of wood in their homes, whether it be for building, furniture, or lighting a fire.… Read More »

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How Long Does It Take for Primer to Dry?

Choosing to use a paint primer is a common base coat for many when starting a new painting project, no matter what the surface is that is being painted. A primer is versatile. Not only does it help bind the paint to the surface in which it is painted, but also has many other capabilities.… Read More »

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What is the Average Half Ironman Time?

The Half Ironman, also known as the Ironman 70.3, is one of the most challenging races around. It involves swimming, biking, and running a total of 70.3 miles, which is where the event gets its name. All in all, a Half Ironman involves swimming 1.2 miles, biking 56 miles, and then running 13.1 miles: a… Read More »

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How Long Does It Take for Carpet to Dry?

Anybody whose living space includes carpet or rugs knows that keeping them clean can be a challenge, particularly if more than a quick vacuum is required. Washing a carpet may be necessary after a spill or if the carpet is in a high-traffic area frequented by children or pets. When you need carpet to be… Read More »

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How Long Does it Take for Acrylic Paint to Dry?

If you're starting a do-it-yourself home project or a crafting, knowing what the drying time is for all paints that you're considering using is important. Acrylic paint is a popular paint for many professional and rookie artists, due to its fast-drying nature and ability to layer. But, how long does it take for acrylic paint to… Read More »

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How Long Will My Download Take?

Downloading content onto a phone, tablet, or laptop can be easy or frustrating depending upon several factors, many of which are out of the user’s control. Anybody who has had the experience of logging into a device to be met with a message about necessary updates and how long they’ll take knows that the wait… Read More »

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