Earth's Orbit and Rotation

Front

How long does it take the Earth to orbit around the Sun?

Back

365.25 days

Front

Is the length of day the same for all planets in our Solar System?

Back

False

Front

Does the Earth sit straight up and down (NO TILT)?

Back

False

Front

In order for us to experience day, the side of the Earth we live on must be __________ the Sun.

Back

facing toward

Front

Why does the sun appear to move across the sky?

Back

Earth's rotation on its axis

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

Back

Orbit

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun.

Front

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

Back

24 hours

Front

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

Back

Axis

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

It causes day and night.