FIRST TIME IN HISTORY: Here's why Earth is spinning faster than usual
lifestyle May 20 2024
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Earth is spinning faster than it used to
A study in the journal 'Nature' revealed that the Earth is spinning faster than it used to which is threatening to toy with our sense of time and clocks.
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Earth is spinning faster than it used to
In a few years, world timekeepers may have to consider deducting a second from our clocks because the planet is revolving somewhat faster than before.
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Earth is spinning faster than it used to
Clocks may have to skip a second — known as a "negative leap second" by 2029.
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Possible reasons of Earth spinning faster
Glacial Rebound: Melting glaciers from climate change reduce the weight on Earth's crust, causing it to rebound. This redistribution of mass affects Earth's rotation speed.
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Changes in Atmospheric Circulation
Alterations in wind patterns or atmospheric pressure systems can influence Earth's rotation speed, driven by factors like climate change.
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Seismic Activity
Large earthquakes shift Earth's crust, redistributing mass within the planet and impacting its rotation speed.
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Ocean Currents
Changes in ocean currents, influenced by temperature, salinity, and wind, affect Earth's rotation speed by altering mass distribution on the surface.
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Tidal Forces
Interactions between Earth, Moon, and Sun influence rotation speed over time, exchanging energy between Earth's rotation and celestial orbits.