Rotation and Revolution

Rotation and Revolution

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Science

5th - 8th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the Earth revolve around?

Back

The Earth revolves around the Sun.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why do globes lean sideways?

Back

To demonstrate the tilt of Earth's axis.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the invisible line that passes through the North Pole and the South Pole called?

Back

Earth's axis.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the spinning of the Earth on its axis called?

Back

Rotation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is another name for 'Fall'?

Back

Autumnal Equinox.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is revolution in terms of Earth?

Back

The movement of the Earth around the Sun in a year.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

The angle at which the Earth is tilted from vertical, approximately 23.5 degrees.

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