Earth's Rotation

Front

What happens to shadows when the sun gets higher in the sky?

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

In which direction does the sun set?

Back

The sun sets in the west.

Front

Why does the sun appear to move across the sky every day?

Back

The Earth is rotating on its axis.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around the sun that takes 1 year?

Back

Revolution.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement on its axis that takes 1 day?

Back

Rotation.

Front

What is rotation?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis.

Front

What is revolution?

Back

Revolution is the movement of the Earth around the sun.

Front

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

Back

It takes 1 day.

Front

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

Back

It takes 1 year.

Front

What causes day and night?

Back

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