Earth's Rotation and Revolution

Front

What direction does the Earth spin?

Back

The Earth spins from west to east.

Front

What is revolution in terms of Earth's movement?

Back

Revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

Does the northern hemisphere have summer when it is tilted away from the sun?

Back

No, when the northern hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, it has winter.

Front

What is the top part of the Earth called?

Back

The top part of the Earth is called the northern hemisphere.

Front

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

Back

It takes the Earth 24 hours to do a complete spin on its axis.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's path around the Sun?

Back

The term is 'orbit'.

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

Day and night are caused by the Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What season occurs in the northern hemisphere when it is tilted towards the sun?

Back

Summer occurs in the northern hemisphere when it is tilted towards the sun.

Front

What is the opposite of revolution?

Back

The opposite of revolution is rotation.