earth's rotation and revolution

Front

What is the spinning of an object on an axis called?

Back

Rotation

Front

How long does it take Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

Back

Once every 24 hours

Front

What is an imaginary line that runs through the center of Earth called?

Back

Axis

Front

Do the words rotate and revolve have the same meaning when describing the motion of planets?

Back

False

Front

What is the path one object in space takes around another called?

Back

Orbit

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

What is the term for the movement of Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

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

Back

Seasons

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

It causes day and night to occur.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

How many times does Earth rotate in one day?

Back

Once

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is spinning on an axis; revolution is moving around another object.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6