Sun, Earth, and Moon System

Front

What is the movement of a spinning top called?

Back

Rotating

Front

What is the movement of a car around a race track called?

Back

Revolving

Front

What does it mean to orbit?

Back

To move around another object in a circular or elliptical path.

Front

During revolution, what does the Earth move around?

Back

The Sun

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to rotate once on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is spinning on an axis; revolution is moving around another object.

Front

What is an example of orbiting?

Back

Walking around the block.

Front

What is the term for the path an object takes as it moves around another object in space?

Back

Orbit

Front

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

Back

It causes day and night as different parts of the Earth face the Sun.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

One year (365 days).