Earth's Axis and Movement Concepts

Front

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

Back

Revolution

Front

What is the slant of Earth's axis called?

Back

Tilt

Front

What is the imaginary line through Earth that it spins around?

Back

Axis

Front

What are the four parts of the year based on changes in temperature due to sunlight?

Back

Seasons

Front

What phase of the moon has half of it lit on the right?

Back

First quarter moon

Front

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

Back

The tilt causes different parts of Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the seasons.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

Front

What is the angle of Earth's axial tilt?

Back

About 23.5 degrees.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of Earth around the sun.

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation on its axis.