Earth's Rotation

Front

What causes less stable temperatures on the Moon?

Back

The Moon has little/no atmosphere to help regulate temperature.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit around Earth?

Back

The Moon orbits around Earth about once every 29 Days (One Month).

Front

How often does the Moon rotate around the Earth?

Back

The Moon rotates around the Earth once, about every month.

Front

Why does the Moon have different phases?

Back

The Moon has different phases because it orbits around the Earth.

Front

What is a characteristic of both the Earth and the Moon?

Back

Both the Earth and the Moon have a rocky surface covered with landforms.

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

Earth's rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

Front

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

Back

Earth's rotation causes day and night; as Earth spins, different parts face the Sun or move into shadow.

Front

What is the axis of rotation?

Back

The axis of rotation is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

Front

What is the significance of the Moon's gravitational pull on Earth?

Back

The Moon's gravitational pull affects ocean tides on Earth.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of an object on its axis, while revolution is the movement of one object around another.