Climate Change Alters Earth's Spin and Axis
New research reveals human activity is slowing Earth's rotation and shifting its axis, with profound implications.
- Melting ice redistributes mass toward the equator, slowing Earth's rotation.
- This change may necessitate negative leap seconds to keep time accurately.
- Shifts in Earth's axis could impact space navigation and timekeeping.
- Fluid movements in Earth's core are influenced by these surface changes.
- Scientists call for monitoring these changes to understand future impacts.
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