Earth's Rotation and Revolution Concepts

Front

What causes the Earth to have seasons?

Back

The Earth's revolution around the Sun causes seasons.

Front

What is the name of the hemisphere where you live if you are in the northern part of the Earth?

Back

Northern Hemisphere.

Front

What do we orbit around in our solar system?

Back

We orbit around the Sun.

Front

What is the movement of the Earth around the Sun called?

Back

Revolution.

Front

Why is it warmer in the summer?

Back

It is warmer in the summer because of more direct light from Earth's tilt.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's daily spin on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

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

Back

It takes about 365.25 days.

Front

What is the imaginary line that the Earth spins around called?

Back

Axis.

Front

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

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to seasons.

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes as it revolves around the Sun?

Back

Orbit.