5.8C Earth's Rotation

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What is Earth's rotation?

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Earth's rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete one full turn.

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation on its axis, which exposes different parts of Earth to sunlight.

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What is the axis of the Earth?

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The axis of the Earth is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

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

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It takes approximately 24 hours for Earth to complete one full rotation.

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What is the relationship between Earth's rotation and the Sun's position in the sky?

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As Earth rotates, different areas of the planet move into and out of sunlight, causing the Sun to appear to move across the sky.

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What is a day/night cycle?

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A day/night cycle is the pattern of day and night that occurs due to Earth's rotation, with one complete cycle taking about 24 hours.

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What happens at sunset?

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At sunset, the part of Earth that is rotating away from the Sun experiences a transition from day to night.

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What is the significance of the 24-hour period?

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The 24-hour period is significant because it represents the time it takes for Earth to rotate once on its axis, leading to one full day.

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How can you model Earth's rotation using a lamp and a ball?

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You can model Earth's rotation by moving the ball around the lamp to represent Earth rotating while the lamp represents the Sun.

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Why does the Sun appear to rise in the east and set in the west?

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The Sun appears to rise in the east and set in the west due to the direction of Earth's rotation.