STEMscopes Earth's Rotation

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The sun moves across the sky.

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False. The sun appears to move across the sky due to Earth's rotation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the imaginary line that Earth rotates around?

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Axis. The axis is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

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What is the southernmost point on Earth?

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South Pole. It is the point where Earth's rotation reaches its southernmost extent.

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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Earth's rotation around its axis causes day and night.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the northernmost point on Earth?

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North Pole. It is the point where Earth's rotation reaches its northernmost extent.

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What is Earth's rotation?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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

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About 24 hours.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What is the significance of the axis in Earth's rotation?

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The axis is crucial as it determines the tilt of the Earth, affecting seasons and climate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the effect of Earth's rotation on time zones?

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Earth's rotation causes different parts of the world to experience daylight and darkness at different times, leading to time zones.