Earth's Rotation

Front

What is considered the beginning of daytime?

Back

Sunrise

Front

What is the path an object takes as it revolves around another object in space?

Back

Orbit

Front

What term describes the period when we are on the part of the Earth where the Sun does not shine?

Back

Nighttime or darkness

Front

What is the star at the center of the solar system that supplies heat and light to Earth?

Back

Sun

Front

What causes the appearance of the sun moving around Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

Earth's rotation causes the cycle of day and night as different parts of the Earth face the Sun or move away from it.

Front

How long does it take for Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

What is the term for the imaginary line that Earth rotates around?

Back

Axis

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution in terms of Earth's movement?

Back

Rotation refers to Earth spinning on its axis, while revolution refers to Earth orbiting around the Sun.

Front

What is the significance of the equator in relation to Earth's rotation?

Back

The equator is the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres and is the widest part of the Earth.