SC.4.E.5.3 and SC.4.E.5.4: Revolutions and Rotations Review Flashcard

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What is the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.

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True or False: The Earth's axis is tilted.

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True. The tilt of the Earth's axis causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

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24 hours.

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What is a revolution in terms of Earth and the Sun?

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A revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

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True or False: The Earth's orbit around the Sun is a perfect circle.

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False. The Earth's orbit is an ellipse, not a perfect circle.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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

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How long does it take for the Earth to orbit the Sun?

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365 days.

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What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

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Orbit.

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

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The tilt of the Earth affects the angle and intensity of sunlight received, leading to seasonal changes.