Earths Rotation and Revolution

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis relative to its orbit around the Sun causes the seasons.

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What is the position of the Earth during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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During summer, the Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the Sun.

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What is the summer solstice?

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The summer solstice is the day of the year with the longest daylight hours, occurring around June 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.

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Why does the Northern Hemisphere experience winter when the Southern Hemisphere experiences summer?

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When the Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun, it experiences winter, while the Southern Hemisphere, tilted toward the Sun, experiences summer.

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

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The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes the cycle of day and night.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation?

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It takes approximately 24 hours for the Earth to complete one full rotation.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation refers to the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution refers to the Earth's orbit around the Sun.

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes are the times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring around March 21 and September 23.

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How does the tilt of the Earth's axis affect climate?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis affects the angle of sunlight received, influencing temperature and climate patterns.

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What is the relationship between Earth's revolution and the length of a year?

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One complete revolution of the Earth around the Sun takes about 365.25 days, defining the length of a year.