Earth, Moon, and Sun

Front

What is the imaginary line running through the center of Earth?

Back

Axis

Front

What does the Earth turn around on?

Back

Axis

Front

What cycle is a direct result of Earth's rotation?

Back

Day and night

Front

What shape do the Sun, Earth, and Moon share?

Back

Sphere

Front

What provides evidence that Earth is always rotating on its axis?

Back

The appearance of shadows changing throughout the day.

Front

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

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun.

Front

What is the name of the natural satellite that orbits Earth?

Back

Moon

Front

What phenomenon occurs due to the gravitational pull of the Moon on Earth?

Back

Tides