Rotation vs. Revolution (1-15)

Front

What is the tilted angle called on which the Earth spins?

Back

Axis

Front

What does the Earth revolve around?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the motion of the Earth when it goes around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

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

Back

One day

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Elliptical

Front

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

Back

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

Front

How many times does the Earth rotate in one year?

Back

Approximately 365 times.

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

Back

Orbit