Earth's Motions and Seasons

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around its own axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

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

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

365 days

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis.

Front

In which season is the Northern Hemisphere during position C?

Back

Winter

Front

In which season is the Southern Hemisphere during position C?

Back

Summer

Front

What is the angle of tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

It causes day and night due to the side facing the Sun being illuminated.

Front

What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

It experiences the longest day of the year.

Front

What happens during the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

It experiences the shortest day of the year.