Earth's Rotation and Revolution Quiz-Dr Binocs

What is the imaginary line passing through the center of the Earth called?

• Axis

• Orbit

• Tropic

• Equator

What is the circular movement of an object spinning around its axis called?

• Revolution

• Orbit

• Rotation

• Translation

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

• 48 hours

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 36 hours

What is the movement of the Earth around the Sun called?

• Turn

• Spin

• Revolution

• Rotation

What caused the tilt in the Earth's axis?

• Volcanic eruption

• Earthquake

• Meteor impact

• Tectonic plate movement

What causes different seasons on Earth?

• Distance from the Sun

• Ocean currents

• Tilt in the Earth's axis

• Atmospheric pressure

What is the angle made by the Earth's axis with the orbital plane?

• 66 degrees

• 23 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 90 degrees

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

• 364 days

• 363 days

• 366 days

• 365 days

What is the significance of the tilt in the Earth's axis?

• Causes different time zones

• Causes different weather patterns

• Causes different seasons

• Causes different ocean currents