Earth's Rotation & Shadows

Front

What is Earth's spinning motion called?

Back

Rotation

Front

True or False: Shadows appear in the opposite direction of where the sun is.

Back

True

Front

True or False: The sun and stars move across the sky because they revolve in space.

Back

False, the sun and stars do not move. They appear to move because of Earth rotating on its axis.

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to rise due to Earth's rotation?

Back

In the East

Front

In which direction does the sun appear to set due to Earth's rotation?

Back

In the West

Front

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

Back

Revolution

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth on its axis.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on shadows during the day?

Back

Shadows change position as the sun moves across the sky.

Front

What is the angle of Earth's tilt that affects seasons?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

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

Back

24 hours.