Earth's Rotation and Day-Night Cycle

The video explains the phenomenon of day and night caused by Earth's rotation on its axis. As Earth rotates, different parts face the Sun, resulting in day and night. This rotation takes 24 hours. The video also highlights that other planets have different rotation speeds, affecting the length of their days. For instance, Jupiter's day is 10 Earth hours, while Venus's day is 243 Earth days.

What causes the cycle of day and night on Earth?

• The Sun's rotation on its axis

• The Earth's rotation on its axis

• The Moon's orbit around the Earth

• The Earth's orbit around the Sun

What is the imaginary line called that the Earth spins around?

• Equator

• Meridian

• Axis

• Latitude

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

• 365 days

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

Why do we experience a daily pattern of day and night?

• Because of the Sun's movement

• Because of the Earth's revolution

• Because of the Earth's rotation

• Because of the Moon's phases

How long is a day on Jupiter compared to Earth?

• 24 Earth hours

• 10 Earth hours

• 243 Earth days

• 48 Earth hours

Which planet has a day that lasts 243 Earth days?

• Mars

• Venus

• Jupiter

• Saturn