5.8C Earth's Rotation STAAR Questions

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth on its axis causes day and night.

Front

What is the movement of Earth around the sun called?

Back

The orbit of Earth.

Front

How do shadows change throughout the day?

Back

Shadows change in length and direction as the sun moves across the sky.

Front

What time does the sun rise on a summer day according to the diagram?

Back

The sun rises at 7:00 A.M.

Front

What is the position of the sun at noon?

Back

The sun is at its highest point in the sky.

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

Earth's rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

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

What is the significance of the sun's position in the sky?

Back

The sun's position affects the length and direction of shadows.

Front

What happens to shadows as the sun sets?

Back

Shadows become longer and change direction as the sun sets.

Front

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

Back

The term is 'orbit'.