Rotation vs Revolution

Front

What is the imaginary line that intersects the Earth through both the North and South Poles?

Back

Axis

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the order of the seasons starting with fall?

Back

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on the appearance of the Sun in the sky?

Back

It causes the Sun to appear to rise in the east and set in the west.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

Front

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

Back

Axial tilt or obliquity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What are the two main effects of Earth's revolution around the Sun?

Back

The changing seasons and the varying length of days.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1