Inhabitants are unaware of the speed of rotation of the planet Earth because 1 the angular velocity ...........

Geography and Environment (NDA) Shape and Motions of Earth

Inhabitants are unaware of the speed of rotation of the planet Earth because

1. the angular velocity is constant for each place on the Earth's surface

2. the atmosphere rotates with the Earth

3. there are no nearby objects, either stationary or moving at a rate different from that of the Earth

Which of the above is/are the correct explanation(s)?

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2022 NDA -1 GAT

1 only

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

- The Earth's rotation is unnoticed due to a combination of factors.

- Statement 1: The angular velocity is indeed constant at each point on Earth's surface, making it imperceptible to us.

- Statement 2: The atmosphere rotates synchronously with Earth, maintaining a consistent environment.

- Statement 3: Near-absence of stationary or differently moving objects means no relative motion is perceived against Earth’s rotation.

Correct Answer:

- ? Option 4: 1, 2, and 3 is the correct explanation for why Earth's inhabitants are unaware of its rotation.

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