Day/Night Cycle 1

Front

What part of the Earth is experiencing day?

Back

The part of the Earth that is facing the Sun is experiencing day.

Front

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

Back

Rotation.

Front

Why does the sun appear to rise in the east and set in the west?

Back

Because the Earth rotates on its axis.

Front

The Earth rotates on its ________________.

Back

Axis.

Front

What causes day and night?

Back

Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the opposite of rotation?

Back

Revolution.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on time zones?

Back

It creates different time zones around the world.

Front

What is the angle of Earth's axial tilt?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What phenomenon occurs due to the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

Seasons.