NASA Confirms China's Three Gorges Dam Slows Earth's Rotation
NASA scientists have confirmed that the Three Gorges Dam in China, the world's largest hydropower plant, has caused the Earth’s rotation to slow by a staggering 0.06 microseconds per day. This change is due to the dam's enormous water reservoir, impacting Earth's moment of inertia, akin to a figure skater extending their arms. While the effect on daily life is minimal, the implications on global geophysics and geopolitics are substantial, sparking scientific curiosity and environmental concerns.
Aug 19