Earth's Rotation & Revolution Review

Earth's Rotation & Revolution Review

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Science

6th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's rotation?

Back

The spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete, causing day and night.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's revolution?

Back

The movement of Earth around the Sun, which takes about 365.25 days to complete, resulting in the changing seasons.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the axis of the Earth?

Back

An imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

About 24 hours.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

About 365.25 days.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The Earth's rotation on its axis.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main reasons for different seasons on Earth?

Back

Earth's tilt and its revolution around the Sun.

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