Earth Rotation Flashcard

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What is the number of planets in our solar system?

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8

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

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24 hours

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What term describes the movement of the Earth on its axis?

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rotation

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What causes the Sun to appear to move across the sky?

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the rotation of the Earth

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What phenomenon is caused by the rotation of the Earth?

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the change from day time to night time

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What is the axis of the Earth?

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An imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole around which the Earth rotates.

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What is the effect of Earth's rotation on time zones?

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Earth's rotation causes different parts of the world to experience daylight and darkness at different times, leading to the establishment of time zones.

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What is the relationship between Earth's rotation and the length of a day?

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A day is defined as the time it takes for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis, which is approximately 24 hours.

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How does Earth's rotation affect weather patterns?

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The rotation of the Earth influences wind patterns and ocean currents, which in turn affect weather systems.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects caused by the rotation of the Earth, affecting weather patterns and ocean currents.