If the earth stops rotating, the value of 'g' at the equator will 

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  1. Increase
  2. Decrease 
  3. Remain same
  4. Become zero

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Option 1 : Increase
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The correct answer is  Increase.Key Points

  • If the earth stops rotating, the weight of a body at the equator will increase.
  • However, there is no influence on the weight at the poles.
  • The impact of the earth's rotation on gravity acceleration is to reduce its value.
  • As a result, if the earth stops rotating, the value of 'g' will rise.
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