Earth's Rotation and Revolution

Front

What is the path one object in space takes around another?

Back

Orbit

Front

How many hours does it take for Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the length of Earth's rotation compared to its revolution?

Back

Rotation is equal to 24 hours, and revolution is equal to 365 days.

Front

Which part of Earth is experiencing night when it is dark?

Back

The part that is facing away from the Sun.

Front

Why does day become night?

Back

Part of Earth faces away from the Sun at night.

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

The spinning of Earth on its axis, taking 24 hours to complete.

Front

What is Earth's revolution?

Back

The movement of Earth around the Sun, taking 365 days to complete.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

An angle of approximately 23.5 degrees from vertical.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

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