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Earth's Gravitational Field Is Getting Flatter

Posted by Hemos on from the getting-flatter-all-the-time dept.

RJG2 writes "MSNBC has an article stating that Earth's gravitational field has changed, becoming stronger towards the equator, thus becoming flatter. The cause has yet to be determined, but it is assumed changes in ocean levels are responsible."

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  1. Shorter and Fatter by Tall+Rob+Mc · · Score: 5, Funny

    Judging by the diagram, this means that the Earth is getting shorter and fatter. Is this news? Thats what happens when you get older...

  2. Back to the Future quote by uncoveror · · Score: 5, Funny

    "There's that word again, heavy. Is there a problem with the Earth's gravitational pull?"

    --
    The Uncoveror: It's the real news.