Rotation and revolution

Rotation and revolution

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Rotation

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

One year (approximately 365 days)

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

24 hours

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What phenomenon creates the seasons on Earth?

Back

The revolution of the Earth around the Sun, combined with the tilt of its axis.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's rotation on the appearance of the Sun in the sky?

Back

The Sun appears to rise in the east and set in the west due to the Earth's rotation.

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