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How many degrees does the Earth rotate about its own axis in one hour?

A

10

B

20

C

24

D

15

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D
On its axis, the earth rotates 360 degrees every 24 hours. Or you can look at it as it takes one day to complete a full circle. Divided up into an hourly rate, the earth rotates 15 degrees every hour (360/24). This number plays an important role in determining time zones.
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