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NASA discovers three things that impact Earth's spin

NASA discovers three things that impact Earth's spin

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Science, Geography, Physics, Biology

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the impact of large glaciers on Earth's surface, explaining how they compress the planet and cause it to bulge. As glaciers melt, the land regains its shape, a process known as glacial rebound, which contributes to Earth's axis wobble. The melting of ice, driven by greenhouse gases, accounts for a significant portion of this wobble. Additionally, mantle convection, involving the movement of molten rock, redistributes Earth's mass and affects its spin.

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