Earth's Rotation Revolution

Front

What direction does the Earth revolve around the Sun when viewed from above?

Back

Counterclockwise.

Front

What causes the day and night cycle on Earth?

Back

The Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

Where does the Sun rise and set due to the Earth's rotation?

Back

The Sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on the apparent movement of the Sun across the sky?

Back

It causes the Sun to appear to move across the sky.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis responsible for?

Back

It affects the seasons and the angle of sunlight received.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's path around the Sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

Front

What is the imaginary line that the Earth spins around called?

Back

The axis.