Earth's Rotation, Revolution, and Seasons

Front

What causes the Earth to experience different seasons?

Back

The axial tilt of the Earth along with its revolution around the sun.

Front

What is the term for the motion of a body that travels around another body in space?

Back

Revolution.

Front

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

Back

24 hours.

Front

What would you have to do to make all days on Earth the same length?

Back

Keep the Earth from tilting on its axis.

Front

What is the result of the rotation of Earth?

Back

Day and night.

Front

What is Earth's axial tilt?

Back

The angle at which the Earth is tilted in relation to its orbit around the Sun, approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

How does the Earth's revolution affect the seasons?

Back

As the Earth revolves around the Sun, different parts of the Earth receive varying amounts of sunlight, causing the seasons.

Front

What is the duration of one complete revolution of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

365.25 days.

Front

What phenomenon occurs due to the Earth's rotation?

Back

The cycle of day and night.