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Re: If the earth stopped spinning suddenly... [message #245662 is a reply to message #245389] Sat, 17 February 2007 10:54 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
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Well MexPirate, you beat me to it. I was about to say that gravity is most definately not caused by a spinning of an object.

In fact, spinning creates centripital force, a force that throws you away from the object. Ever been on one of those rides where you stand against the wall and start spinning and the floor drops out? The reason those rides work are because the centripital force, created by the spinning of the ride, holds you against the wall.

As for the magnetic force thingy, see NOVA. Call me a nerd, but I generally find these shows to be quite interesting, and when I have the time, will sit down to watch a few, particularly about space or technology.

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Canadacdn wrote on Wed, 02 July 2008 15:52

If you don't want EA to get any credit, destroy their Refinery. Duh.

[Updated on: Sat, 17 February 2007 10:55]

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