Earth, Moon and Sun System Review

Front

What is the motion of Earth that takes 24 hours?

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the sun classified as?

Back

A star

Front

What do we call the time it takes Earth to make one revolution around the sun?

Back

A year

Front

What is the shape of Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Elliptical (like a hula-hoop pulled a little at the sides)

Front

How long does it take for half of a rotation of Earth?

Back

12 hours

Front

What is the term for the path Earth takes around the Sun?

Back

Orbit

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

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

Back

365 days (1 year)

Front

What is the primary source of light and heat for Earth?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

A month