Science Boot Camp - Day and Night Cycle

Front

What causes the sun to appear to move across the sky?

Back

The Earth rotates on its axis.

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Front

What is the term for the spinning of Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

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Front

What are day and night a result of?

Back

The rotation of the Earth.

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Front

What happens to shadows throughout the day?

Back

Shadows change in length and direction as the sun moves.

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Front

What is the cycle that results from Earth's rotation?

Back

Day and night.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis; revolution is the orbit of Earth around the sun.

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Front

What time of day is it when shadows are the longest?

Back

In the morning and late afternoon.

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Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

Earth's tilt causes different seasons as it orbits the sun.

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Front

How does the position of the sun affect shadow length?

Back

When the sun is low in the sky, shadows are longer; when it is high, shadows are shorter.

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Front

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

Back

Orbit.

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