If the Earth suddenly stopped spinning, the following would happen: – The atmosphere would move eastward at 1,000 miles per hour, causing devastating winds. – The oceans would bulge out on the side of the Earth facing the direction of rotation and would be pulled away from the Earth on the opposite side. – The Earth’s crust would fracture and shift, causing earthquakes and tsunamis. – The Earth’s magnetic field would collapse, leading to widespread electrical disruptions. – The Earth’s rotation would take about 23 hours to slow down to a complete stop.
The Earth’s rotation is about 1,674 kilometers/hour. If the Earth suddenly stops, it would cause a lot of damage. People near the equator would fly eastward at roughly 1,040 miles per hour and die. Buildings would collapse. The Earth’s day would last six months and the night would also last six months. The weather would be very complicated. The Earth’s rotation is slowing down due to tidal braking, but it’s unlikely to stop completely.
Link to the original story: https://www.sciencealert.com/what-would-happen-if-earth-suddenly-stopped-spinning
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