What If the Earth Stopped Spinning?

The video explores a hypothetical scenario where Earth stops spinning, discussing both immediate and gradual effects. Immediate consequences include supersonic winds and tsunamis, while gradual slowing would alter geography and day length. The loss of Earth's magnetic field would expose life to cosmic radiation, making habitability difficult. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to support SciShow.

What would be the immediate consequence if Earth suddenly stopped spinning?

• The atmosphere would remain still.

• Supersonic winds would occur.

• The oceans would dry up.

• The temperature would drop drastically.

What is the primary cause of Earth's gradual slowing rotation?

• Gravitational pull from Mars

• Tidal braking by the Moon

• Earth's core cooling

• Solar flares

How would the distribution of ocean water change if Earth's rotation slowed significantly?

• Water would remain unchanged.

• Water would move towards the Equator.

• Water would evaporate completely.

• Water would move towards the Poles.

What would happen to the length of a day if Earth's rotation stopped?

• Days would be 1 month long.

• Days would be 6 months long.

• Days would be 12 hours long.

• Days would be 24 hours long.

What is the significance of Earth's magnetic field?

• It controls the weather patterns.

• It protects us from cosmic radiation.

• It regulates ocean currents.

• It maintains Earth's temperature.