Earth's Rotation and Revolution

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the term for the Earth's orbit around the sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

Why do places near the equator have little change in seasons?

Back

Because they are always close to the sun due to the Earth's revolution.

Front

What happens to the part of the Earth tilted toward the sun during its revolution?

Back

It experiences spring and summer.

Front

What is the speed of the Earth's rotation?

Back

The Earth spins at a constant speed.

Front

What phenomenon occurs when one side of the Earth is in daylight and the other side is in darkness?

Back

This is due to the Earth's rotation.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation?

Back

Approximately 24 hours.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 365.25 days.

Front

What effect does the tilt of the Earth's axis have on seasons?

Back

It causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the angle of the Earth's axial tilt?

Back

About 23.5 degrees.