Earth and Sky Patterns

What causes the day and night cycle on Earth?

• Tidal forces

• Movement of the Sun

• Revolution of the Moon around Earth

• Rotation of the Earth on its axis

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How long does it take for Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

• 48 hours

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 36 hours

During which part of the day do we experience daylight?

• Daytime

• Dusk

• Midnight

• Nighttime

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What is the name of the imaginary line around which Earth rotates?

• equator

• meridian

• latitude

• axis

Why does the sky appear blue during the day?

• Reflection of the ocean

• Rayleigh scattering

• Absorption of all other colors

• Mie scattering

What is the main source of light that causes day on Earth?

• Sun

• Fire

• Stars

• Moon

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What is the main source of light that causes night on Earth?

• Bioluminescent organisms

• Absence of sunlight

• Artificial lighting

• Presence of moonlight

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What is the term used to describe the time when the Sun is highest in the sky?

• solar culmination

• solar zenith

• solar noon

• solar apex

What causes the change in length of daylight hours throughout the year?

• Solar flares

• Revolution of the Moon around the Earth

• Global warming

• Tilt of the Earth's axis

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What is the phenomenon where the Sun appears to be directly above the Tropic of Cancer or the Tropic of Capricorn?

• Aurora

• Equinox

• Eclipse

• Solstice