STAAR Review 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 cycle is caused by Earth's rotation?

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The cycle of day and night is caused by Earth's rotation.

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Why does the sun appear to move across the sky?

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The sun appears to move across the sky because of Earth's rotation on its axis.

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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, around which Earth rotates.

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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 rotation.

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What happens to shadows during the day?

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Shadows change in length and direction throughout the day due to the position of the sun in the sky.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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

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What is the effect of Earth's rotation on time zones?

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Earth's rotation causes different parts of the world to experience day and night at different times, leading to the establishment of time zones.

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What is a solar day?

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A solar day is the time it takes for the sun to return to the same position in the sky, which is about 24 hours.

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What is the significance of the equator in relation to Earth's rotation?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres and is the widest part of Earth, where rotation speed is greatest.