Earth's Rotation and Revolution

Front

What are the four different times during the year with different types of weather called?

Back

Seasons

Front

What is the star at the center of the Solar System that supplies light and heat to Earth?

Back

Sun

Front

In order for us to experience day, the side of the Earth we live on must be facing __________ the Sun.

Back

Facing toward

Front

What does it mean when we say the Earth is leaning on one side?

Back

Tilt

Front

Which part of Earth is experiencing night when it is daytime on the other side?

Back

The side facing away from the Sun.

Front

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

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the imaginary line that the Earth rotates around called?

Back

Axis

Front

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

Back

24 hours

Front

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

Back

365 days