5.8C Earth's Rotation

Front

What causes the Sun to appear to move across the sky?

Back

Earth rotates on its axis.

Front

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

Back

About one day.

Front

How many hours are there between one sunrise and the next?

Back

24 hours.

Front

What is Earth's axis?

Back

An imaginary line through the poles of Earth.

Front

What occurs on a daily basis related to Earth's movement?

Back

The Earth rotates once on its axis.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is when Earth spins on its axis; revolution is when Earth orbits around the Sun.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's rotation on day and night?

Back

It causes the cycle of day and night.

Front

What is the approximate angle of Earth's axis?

Back

About 23.5 degrees.

Front

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

Back

Orbit.

Front

How does the rotation of Earth affect time zones?

Back

Different parts of Earth experience day and night at different times.