Earth's Rotation

Front

What does spinning a globe one time represent?

Back

1 day/24 hours

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around the Sun that takes 1 year?

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

Shadows get shorter.

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 on its axis that takes 1 day?

Back

Rotation

Front

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

Back

24 hours.

Front

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

Back

1 year (365 days).

Front

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

Back

It causes day and night.

Front

What is the axis of the Earth?

Back

An imaginary line that the Earth rotates around.

Front

What direction does the Earth rotate?

Back

From west to east.