Earth's Rotation and Shadows

Front

The sun appears to __________.

Back

rise in the east, set in the west

Front

At what time of day is the sun highest in the sky?

Back

12:00 p.m. (noon)

Front

Earth's spinning motion is called __________.

Back

Rotation

Front

Where does the sun set?

Back

West

Front

Which movement causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth.

Front

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

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis; revolution is the orbit of Earth around the sun.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

What causes shadows to change length throughout the day?

Back

The position of the sun in the sky.

Front

What is the term for the time when day turns into night?

Back

Sunset