Earth's Revolution

Earth's Revolution

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6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's revolution?

Back

The movement of Earth around the Sun in an elliptical orbit, taking approximately 365.25 days to complete one full orbit.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun, which affects the angle and intensity of sunlight received at different times of the year.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How long does it take for Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun?

Back

Summer.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun?

Back

Winter.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the equinox?

Back

A point in the year when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and fall.

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