Earth Rotation

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What is Earth Rotation?
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Earth Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete one full turn.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes day and night?
Back
Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation. When one side of the Earth faces the Sun, it experiences daytime, while the opposite side experiences nighttime.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the axis of the Earth?
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The axis is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?
Back
It takes approximately 24 hours for the Earth to complete one full rotation.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
Back
Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
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 daylight and darkness at different times, leading to the establishment of time zones.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens at the equator due to Earth's rotation?
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At the equator, the speed of rotation is the fastest, which affects climate and weather patterns.
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