Rotation Vs. Revolution
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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