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What is the angular velocity of the earth?

A

`(2pi)/86400` rad/sec

B

`(2pi)/3600` rad/sec

C

`(2pi)/23` rad/sec

D

`(2pi)/6400` rad/sec

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The correct Answer is:
A

`omega = (2pi)/T = (2pi)/86400` rad/sec
`therefore T = 24 hr = 24 xx 60 xx 60 = 86400` sec
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