Patterns on Earth

Front

What is the time it takes for Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

1 year

Front

What is the term for the movement of one object around another object?

Back

Revolution

Front

What does Earth orbit around?

Back

The Sun

Front

At what time of day is a shadow usually the shortest?

Back

12:05 in the afternoon

Front

What causes a shadow to move during the day?

Back

The rotation of Earth.

Front

What is the term for the spinning of Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

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

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the imaginary line that Earth spins around called?

Back

Axis

Front

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

Back

It causes different seasons as Earth orbits the Sun.

Front

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

Back

Orbit