Rotation and Revolution
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct statement about the Sun and Earth?
Back
The Sun does not go around the Earth; rather, the Earth orbits the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the invisible line that passes through the North Pole and South Pole?
Back
The term is 'axis'.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the tilt of the Earth in degrees?
Back
The Earth is tilted at 23.5 degrees.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?
Back
The term is 'Rotation'.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?
Back
It takes 24 hours for the Earth to complete one rotation.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
Back
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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of Earth's tilt on seasons?
Back
The tilt of the Earth causes different seasons as it orbits the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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