What is Earth's wobble? July 29, 2022 was SHORTEST day ever, sparks fears of 'devastating effect' on time
On July 29, Earth experienced its shortest-ever day ie,1.59 milliseconds less than 24 hours. The planet has recorded its shortest day on record leading to panic among experts and scientists. A minuscule 1.59 milliseconds was shaved off the normal 24-hour rotation on June 29, due to the planet’s “wobble” reducing. As per sources, the planet has increased the speed of its rotations in recent times. Earlier July 19, 2020 was recorded as the shortest day of all time that year. Earth completed its rotations in 1.47 milliseconds which is lesser than the standard 24 hours.
In 2021, the planet continued its spin at an increased rate. However, it did not lead to any unusual rotation. The reason behind the increased speed in Earth’s rotation is still unknown, however, scientists are plotting the processes in the inner or outer layer of the core, oceans, tides, and climatic changes as the reason behind it.
