Rotation and Revolution REVIEW

Front

What is the term for the spinning of an object on its axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the term for the movement of an object around another object in space?

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

24 hours

Front

How long does it take the Earth to make one revolution around the Sun?

Back

365 days

Front

In which direction do shadows point in the morning?

Back

West, away from the rising Sun.

Front

What causes the change in our view of the Sun throughout the day?

Back

Earth's rotation.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on shadows?

Back

Shadows change length and direction throughout the day.

Front

If Ms. Smith wants to avoid afternoon sun in her house, which direction should she avoid for her windows?

Back

West.

Front

What is the relationship between rotation and day/night cycles?

Back

Rotation causes day and night as different parts of Earth face the Sun.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is spinning on an axis; revolution is moving around another object.