Earth in Space Chapter 2

Front

What is the longest day of the year called?

Back

Summer solstice.

Front

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

Back

365 days.

Front

Which planet is known for having a thick atmosphere and being the hottest?

Back

Venus.

Front

What does the tilt of the Earth cause?

Back

Seasons.

Front

What is the term for the path a planet takes around the sun?

Back

Orbit.

Front

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

Back

Rotation.

Front

What are the four seasons experienced on Earth?

Back

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on the length of days and nights?

Back

It causes variations in day length throughout the year.

Front

What is the name of the closest planet to the sun?

Back

Mercury.

Front

What phenomenon occurs during the equinoxes?

Back

Day and night are approximately equal in length.