Day and Night/Seasons

Front

What causes the Earth to experience seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth on its axis as it revolves around the sun.

Front

What is the difference between Earth's rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, taking 24 hours, while revolution is the Earth's orbit around the sun, taking 365 1/4 days.

Front

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

Back

24 hours.

Front

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

Back

365 1/4 days.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to rotate once on its axis?

Back

A day.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to revolve around the sun?

Back

A year.

Front

What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere during December?

Back

Winter.

Front

What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere during June?

Back

Summer.

Front

What phenomenon occurs when day and night are of equal length?

Back

Equinox.

Front

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

Back

It causes different seasons and varying climate conditions throughout the year.