8.7A Day & Night Cycle

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What is the main reason for the day and night cycle on Earth?

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The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes the day and night cycle.

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

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It takes approximately 24 hours for the Earth to complete one full rotation.

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What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

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The path is called an orbit.

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

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The tilt of the Earth's axis is responsible for the changing seasons.

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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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What causes shadows to change length throughout the day?

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Shadows change length due to the position of the Sun in the sky as the Earth rotates.

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What is the Equator?

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The Equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What is the significance of the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is tilted, which affects the angle of sunlight and contributes to seasonal changes.

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What are the two main factors that cause seasons on Earth?

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The two main factors are the tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

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True or False: The Sun moves around the Earth.

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False. The Earth orbits around the Sun.

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