Rotation and Revolution
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Science
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5th - 7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is rotation?
Back
Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete one full turn.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is revolution?
Back
Revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun, which takes about 365 days to complete one full orbit.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How long does it take for Earth to rotate on its axis one time?
Back
24 hours.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the tilt of the Earth?
Back
The Earth is tilted at an angle of 23.5 degrees.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes day and night?
Back
Day and night are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes seasons?
Back
Seasons are caused by the revolution of the Earth around the Sun and the tilt of the Earth's axis.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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