Earth's Rotation, Time of Day, and Shadows

Front

What is Earth's spinning motion called?

Back

Rotation

Front

How many hours does it take for the Earth to rotate once?

Back

24 hours

Front

What position of the Earth represents Noon?

Back

W

Front

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

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

What is the time of day when shadows are longest?

Back

Early morning or late afternoon.

Front

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

Back

Revolution

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on time zones?

Back

Different areas experience different times of day.

Front

What is the relationship between the sun's position and the length of shadows?

Back

As the sun rises, shadows get longer; as it sets, shadows get shorter.

Front

What is the term for the imaginary line that the Earth rotates around?

Back

Axis

Front

How does Earth's rotation affect day and night?

Back

One side of the Earth faces the sun (day) while the other side is in shadow (night).