What is the definition of rotation?
Rotation, Revolution, and Earth's Tilt

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Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes approximately 24 hours to complete.
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What is the definition of revolution?
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Revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun, which takes about 365.25 days to complete.
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What causes the seasons on Earth?
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The seasons are caused by the revolution of the Earth around the Sun and the tilt of the Earth's axis.
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What is Earth's axial tilt?
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Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5 degrees, which affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes.
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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
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Rotation refers to the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution refers to the Earth's orbit around the Sun.
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What is the role of gravity in Earth's orbit?
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Gravity is the force that pulls the Earth towards the Sun, keeping it in orbit.
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What is inertia in the context of Earth's motion?
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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion; it helps keep the Earth moving in its orbit.
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