Which navigational error increased when 18th-century chronometer spring accuracy fell below thermal compensation thresholds?

💡 Explanation

Incorrect thermal Compensation affects isochronism – timekeeping precision–which is linked directly astronomical observations which enabled longitude calculations. Therefore, a chronometer is limited to accurately determine longitude, rather than issues with declination, latitude, or altitude.

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