Earth’s Rotation Is Slowing Faster Than In 3.6 Million Years
New research indicates that Earth's rotation is slowing at an unprecedented rate of 1.33 milliseconds per century due to climate-driven ice melt. This shift in mass from the poles to the oceans is impacting global timekeeping and satellite navigation systems.
Why it matters
The subtle lengthening of days highlights the profound physical impact of human-induced climate change on planetary systems, posing challenges for precision technology.
Science Earth’s Rotation Is Slowing Faster Than In 3.6 Million Years By Jamie Carter ,
The article reports on scientific findings from academic institutions without political editorializing, though it notes the public debate on climate change.
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