Earth’s Orbit & Rotation

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What is Earth's rotation?

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Earth's rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete.

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What is Earth's orbit?

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Earth's orbit is the path Earth takes around the Sun, which takes about 365 days to complete.

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What causes day and night?

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Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation on its axis; when one side faces the Sun, it is day, and when it faces away, it is night.

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What is a constellation?

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A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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Why do we see different constellations at different times of the year?

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We see different constellations at different times of the year because of Earth's orbit around the Sun.

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What is a time zone?

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A time zone is a region of the Earth that has the same standard time, which is affected by Earth's rotation.

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What is the Foucault pendulum?

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The Foucault pendulum is a device that demonstrates Earth's rotation by swinging in a constant direction while the Earth rotates beneath it.

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What is the significance of shadows in understanding time of day?

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Shadows can indicate the position of the Sun in the sky, helping to determine the time of day.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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

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

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It takes about 24 hours for Earth to complete one rotation.