Day and Night

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes day and night.

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth 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

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

What do we call the time when the Sun is above the horizon?

Back

Daytime.

Front

What do we call the time when the Sun is below the horizon?

Back

Nighttime.

Front

Why do we see different positions of the Sun in the sky throughout the day?

Back

Because of the Earth's rotation.

Front

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

Back

The tilt of the Earth affects the length of day and night and the seasons.

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 a solar day?

Back

A solar day is the time it takes for the Earth to rotate once on its axis relative to the Sun.