Earth's Rotation

Front

What direction does the sun rise in?

Back

East

Front

What direction does the sun set in?

Back

West

Front

Why does the sun appear to move across the sky every day?

Back

The Earth is rotating on its axis.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around the sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

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

Back

1 year.

Front

What happens to shadows when the sun gets higher in the sky?

Back

Shadows get shorter.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's spinning on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

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

Back

24 hours.

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

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

Back

It causes different seasons as the Earth orbits the sun.