Earth's Rotation

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What is Earth's rotation?

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

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How long does it take for Earth to rotate once on its axis?

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

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation; when one side of Earth faces the Sun, it experiences day, while the opposite side experiences night.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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

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How long does it take for Earth to revolve around the Sun?

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It takes about 365 days for Earth to complete one full revolution around the Sun.

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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 Earth rotates.

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What is the significance of Earth's tilt?

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Earth's tilt affects the seasons; different parts of Earth receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

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What happens during a sunset?

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During a sunset, the Sun appears to move below the horizon due to Earth's rotation.

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What is a solar day?

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A solar day is the time it takes for the Sun to return to the same position in the sky, approximately 24 hours.

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

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The path Earth takes around the Sun is called an orbit.