S.O.S. #22 - Earth's Rotation

Front

What direction does the sun appear to move across the sky?

Back

East to West

Front

What causes the day and night cycle?

Back

Rotation of the Earth

Front

What is the apparent movement of the Sun across the sky?

Back

The way the Sun seems to move from one side of the sky to the other due to Earth's rotation.

Front

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

Back

24 hours

Front

What is a sundial?

Back

A device that uses the position of the sun to tell the time by casting a shadow.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on shadows?

Back

Shadows change position and length throughout the day as the sun moves.

Front

What is the relationship between the Earth’s rotation and time zones?

Back

Different parts of the Earth experience daylight and darkness at different times due to rotation.

Front

What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

Back

It affects the seasons and the angle of sunlight received at different times of the year.

Front

What is a shadow?

Back

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

Front

What happens to the sun's position in the sky from morning to evening?

Back

It rises in the east and sets in the west.