Is Earth's Changing Rotation Alarming?
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23 Apr 2024
Earth's rotation normally slows by 1.8 milliseconds per century due to various factors
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Tidal effects, core-mantle coupling, mass distribution, seismic activity, and other factors influence day length
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In 2020, scientists discovered a surprising trend: Earth started spinning faster than in decades
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According to the BBC Science Focus, the shortest 28 days on record all occurred in the year 2020
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The cause of this acceleration is uncertain, possibly linked to glacier melting or water accumulation
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Experts predict this increase is temporary and anticipate Earth will resume its slowdown eventually
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The faster rotation won't impact daily life but could affect technology like GPS and communication
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Solutions like subtracting leap seconds might mitigate any issues with timing systems
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Overall, there's no need for concern unless human activity is directly responsible for changes
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Earth's rotation fluctuates, but adjustments can manage any potential technological challenges in the future
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