Earth Rotation and Revolution Review

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The Earth is rotating on its axis, creating _____

Back

day and night

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Front

Which of the following best describes why the Earth has the four seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth is the primary reason for the seasons

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Front

When the part of the world that you're living in is leaning away from the Sun, its _____

Back

winter

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Front

WHAT TWO THINGS CAUSES SEASONS?

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TILT AND REVOLUTION

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Front

Which phenomenon is directly caused by the Earth's axial tilt?

Back

The changing seasons

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Front

What is the axis of the Earth?

Back

An imaginary line that the Earth rotates around.

Front

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

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24 hours.

Front

What is revolution in terms of Earth?

Back

The movement of the Earth around the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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

Back

365 days.

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Front

What causes day and night?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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