SC.4.E.5.3 and SC.4.E.5.4: Revolutions and Rotations Review Flashcard

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What is the Earth's rotation?

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The Earth spinning on its axis, which causes day and night.

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What is a revolution in terms of Earth?

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The Earth moving around the Sun.

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What does the Earth's axis refer to?

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An invisible line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

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What causes the change in seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis as it revolves around the Sun.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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

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

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Approximately 24 hours.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

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Approximately 365 days.

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

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It affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasons.

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What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The North Pole is tilted closest to the Sun, resulting in the longest day of the year.

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What happens during the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The North Pole is tilted farthest from the Sun, resulting in the shortest day of the year.