Day and Night

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What causes day and night?

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Day and night are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis. When one side of the Earth faces the Sun, it experiences day, while the opposite side experiences night.

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What is the Earth’s rotation?

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The Earth's rotation is the spinning of the Earth around its axis, which takes approximately 24 hours to complete one full turn.

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

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It takes about 24 hours for the Earth to complete one full rotation.

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What is the axis of the Earth?

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The axis of the Earth is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.

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What is the difference between day and night?

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Day is the period when a location on Earth is illuminated by sunlight, while night is the period when that location is in shadow and not receiving sunlight.

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What is the significance of the Sun in the day-night cycle?

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The Sun provides light and warmth, and its position in the sky determines whether it is day or night in a particular location.

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What happens to the temperature during day and night?

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During the day, temperatures usually rise due to sunlight, while at night, temperatures often drop as the Earth loses heat.

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What is a solar day?

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A solar day is the time it takes for the Earth to rotate once on its axis relative to the Sun, which is about 24 hours.

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What is the role of the Moon in the day-night cycle?

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The Moon does not cause day and night, but it reflects sunlight and is visible at night, influencing tides and night illumination.

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How does the tilt of the Earth affect day and night?

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The tilt of the Earth affects the length of day and night throughout the year, leading to seasonal changes.

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