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How fast does the earth rotate on its axis?

Answer 1

John Alexander

Earths equator portion rotates at speed of 1666.kilometer/hour.

In 23 hours, 56 minutes, and 4 seconds, it revolves.

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Answer 2

Clara Avalos

Also, the speed of rotation can be given as angular speed about the axis. This applies to every element of Earth. The speed is nearly 15.041 deg/hour

360 deg/(time in hours) is the angular speed expressed in degrees per hour.

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Answer 3

Ariana Acosta

At the equator, the Earth rotates on its axis at a speed of about 1670 kilometers per hour, or 1,040 miles per hour. As you move towards the poles, the speed of rotation decreases.

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