Rotation Vs. Revolution

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation refers to the spinning of an object around its own axis, while revolution refers to the movement of an object around another object in an orbit.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The seasons are caused by the revolution of the Earth around the Sun and the tilt of the Earth's axis.

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What is responsible for the occurrence of day and night?

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Day and night are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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

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

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

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It takes approximately 365.25 days for the Earth to complete one full revolution around the Sun.

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis and how does it affect seasons?

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The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of about 23.5 degrees, which affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasonal changes.

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes occur when day and night are approximately equal in length, marking the change of seasons, specifically spring and autumn.

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What is the significance of the solstices?

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Solstices mark the points in the year when the Sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, leading to the longest and shortest days of the year.

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What is the orbital path of the Earth around the Sun called?

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The orbital path of the Earth around the Sun is called an orbit.

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What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on weather patterns?

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The Earth's rotation affects weather patterns through the Coriolis effect, which influences wind and ocean currents.

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