Revolution and Rotation

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What is the rotation of the Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes approximately one day.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to revolve around the Sun?

Back

The Earth takes about one year to revolve around the Sun.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of 23.5 degrees.

Front

What is the imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole called?

Back

This imaginary line is called the axis.

Front

What does the term 'revolution' mean in relation to the Earth?

Back

Revolution refers to the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

How long is a day on Earth?

Back

A day on Earth is 24 hours.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

What celestial body revolves around the Earth?

Back

The Moon revolves around the Earth.

Front

What is the equator?

Back

The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

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