5.8C Earth's Rotation

5.8C Earth's Rotation

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5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

One complete rotation of the Earth takes about 24 hours.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of Earth around the Sun.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation on its axis, which exposes different parts of Earth to sunlight.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many hours are there in one full rotation of the Earth?

Back

There are 24 hours in one full rotation of the Earth.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The path Earth takes around the Sun is called an orbit.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the equator in relation to Earth's rotation?

Back

The equator is an imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres and is the widest part of Earth, where rotation speed is highest.

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