Rotation and Revolution

Front

What is the imaginary line through Earth that goes from the North Pole to the South Pole?

Back

Axis

Front

Why do we see different constellations throughout the year?

Back

Because we are in different places around the sun.

Front

What does the Earth do to complete one day?

Back

Rotate all the way around on its axis.

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

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

Back

Elliptical.

Front

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

Back

It causes different seasons as the Earth revolves around the sun.

Front

What is the angle of tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.