By Sakshi Sah
Published Jan 14, 2025
Hindustan Times
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What would happen if Earth stopped spinning? Facts you didn't know
Did you ever wonder how Earth’s spin affects us?
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Let’s explore what could happen if Earth’s rotation slowed down or stopped completely.
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Earth spins quickly. At the equator, it rotates at high speeds. This speed decreases as you move towards the poles.
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You don’t feel the Earth’s motion because you and everything around you are moving at the same speed.
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If Earth stopped instantly, everything on the surface would be tossed eastwards.
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If Earth’s spin slowed down over time, the changes would be gradual, but still noticeable.
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If Earth stopped spinning slowly, the days and nights would get longer.
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Earth’s weather is affected by its rotation. As the spin slows down, weather patterns would change.
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