What is a dark area that forms when an object blocks light?
5.8C Rotation: Day/Night Cycle Vocabulary

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shadow
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What cycle is caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis, resulting in day and night?
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day/night cycle
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What term describes the four distinct periods marked by particular weather patterns and daylight hours due to the Earth's tilt?
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seasons
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What is the term for the action of turning or spinning on an axis, which Earth does in 24 hours?
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rotation
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What term describes the appearance of movement of celestial objects in the sky, even though they are not actually moving?
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apparent movement
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What is the angle at which the Earth is tilted on its axis?
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approximately 23.5 degrees
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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?
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24 hours or 1 day
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