earths rotation

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

One year

Front

What is the invisible line that passes through the North Pole and South Pole called?

Back

Axis

Front

What causes the apparent motion of the Sun in the sky?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

How many rotations does the Earth complete in one year?

Back

365 rotations

Front

What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the equator?

Back

An imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

The tilt causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to seasons.

Front

What is the relationship between Earth's rotation and day/night cycle?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes day and night.

Front

What is the significance of the prime meridian?

Back

It is the starting point for measuring longitude and divides the Earth into Eastern and Western Hemispheres.