Earth's movement, Seasons

Front

What is the Earth's movement that causes day and night?

Back

The Earth's rotation on its axis.

Front

What is the Earth's movement around the Sun called?

Back

Revolution.

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 days.

Front

What are the four seasons?

Back

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.

Front

Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when it is Summer?

Back

Winter occurs in the Southern Hemisphere.

Front

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

Front

During which season do we have the longest days?

Back

Summer.

Front

During which season do we have the shortest days?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is an equinox?

Back

A time when day and night are approximately equal in length.