Due to the spherical shape of the earth the speed of rotation _____________ towards the poles.

Remains constant

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Increases

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Decreases

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None of the above

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The correct option is C
Decreases

Decreases

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Due to the spherical shape of the earth the speed of rotation _____________ towards the poles.

The correct option is C Decreases Decreases

The correct option is C
Decreases

Decreases