Observing time's flow at the quantum level demands far more energy than merely maintaining a clock's operation, highlighting a key insight into quantum measurement costs. (148 characters)
At the quantum scale, watching time pass uncovers a strange energy effect. The power needed just to observe time exceeds that required to keep a clock ticking. Researchers note this disparity challenges traditional views on measurement.
This finding stems from studies showing measurement acts as an active process consuming significant resources. In quantum systems, reading the time proves energetically expensive compared to passive operation.