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Does the change in "g" due to altitude affect the length of the day?

 

Option: 1

No, it has no effect on the length of the day

 


Option: 2

Yes, it can affect the length of the day


 


Option: 3

 It depends on the latitude of the location

 

 


Option: 4

It depends on the shape of the Earth


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Changes in 'g' due to altitude can affect the length of a day because they affect the rotation of the Earth. The difference in the value of 'g' at different altitudes can cause a slight change in the length of the day.

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