Rotation and Revolution Flashcard

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 4?

Back

Fall

Front

True or False: The Arctic Circle experiences days where the sun never rises, resulting in complete darkness.

Back

True

Front

What term describes the motion of an object moving around another object in a circular path?

Back

Revolution

Front

What do June 21 and December 21 represent in terms of solar events?

Back

Solstice dates

Front

What is the term for the imaginary line that the Earth rotates around?

Back

Axis

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

It causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the term for the position of the Earth in its orbit when it is closest to the sun?

Back

Perihelion

Front

What is the term for the position of the Earth in its orbit when it is farthest from the sun?

Back

Aphelion