Rotation vs. Revolution

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What is the spinning of the Earth on its axis called?

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Rotation

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What is the tilted angle called that the Earth spins on?

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Axis

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around the Sun?

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Revolution

Front

What time of day is it when the Sun is shining on a part of the Earth?

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Day

Front

What does the Earth revolve around?

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The Sun

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

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Approximately 24 hours

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

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Approximately 365 days

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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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-ESS1-1

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

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The tilt of the Earth causes different seasons as it revolves around the Sun.

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