Rotation vs revolution

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the motion of the Earth when it spins around its own axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

What is the motion of the Earth when it orbits around the Sun?

Back

Revolution.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

What is the longest day of the year called?

Back

Summer solstice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

In which direction does the Sun appear to rise?

Back

East.

Front

In which direction does the Sun appear to set?

Back

West.

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NGSS.5-ESS1-2

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis responsible for?

Back

Seasons on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

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

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

Front

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

Back

Orbit.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2