NIST scientists have developed a new method for measuring temperature extremely accurately by using giant “Rydberg” atoms.

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Some plants, including New York rhododendrons, can tell you how cold it is based on the shape of their leaves!

New atom-based thermometer measures temperature more accurately. ScienceDaily . Retrieved January 30, 2025 from www.sciencedaily.com / releases / 2025 / 01 / 250129194600.htm ...