How long does our planet take to rotate by 180 degrees?

12 hours

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18 hours

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24 hours

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36 hours

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Solution

The correct option is A 12 hours
For a total spin of 360 degrees, a complete circle, the Earth takes 24 hours. This marks the completion of one day. Hence, for a spin of 180 degrees, the Earth takes 12 hours.

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