Earth's Rotation
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Earth's rotation?
Back
Earth's rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete one full turn.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How long does it take for Earth to make one complete rotation on its axis?
Back
24 hours.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes day and night on Earth?
Back
Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation on its axis; as the Earth rotates, different parts of it face the Sun or move away from it.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the axis of the Earth?
Back
The axis of the Earth is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the Earth's rotation in relation to time zones?
Back
The Earth's rotation creates different time zones because as the Earth turns, different areas receive sunlight at different times.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is the Sun not visible at night?
Back
The Sun is not visible at night because the side of the Earth that is experiencing night has rotated away from the Sun.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which direction does the Earth rotate?
Back
The Earth rotates from west to east.
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