Since the tsusami and earthquake in Japan, the earth is no longer a
The Earth is a globe not a circle. Wider at the equator because it is not a solid mass and from centrifugal force.
Globe is a shape right? Doesn't matter if it's a model earth or the real thing.
Definition of GLOBE
: something spherical or rounded: as a : a spherical representation of the earth, a celestial body, or the heavens b : earth 4 c : orb 5
Since the dialog involved shapes I thought the use of the word Globe to describe the shape of the Earth rather than circle was a good choice.
I think "oblate sphere" is the proper term. Corrections welcome.
HB
I think "oblate sphere" is the proper term. Corrections welcome.
HB
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I donno. I think "globe" works.
The Earth was/is an imperfect circle only to people who believe the earth is flat. No I guess I'm wrong, it might be a disc... depending on what is on the other side.
To most people these days it is an imperfect sphere, changing its shape all the time.
Just my luck. Shorter orgasms. Hopefully not noticeable, but who knows with SWMBO............
Steve
Heart surgery pending?
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