Rotation vs Revolve

Front

What is rotation?

Back

Rotation is when the Earth spins around its own axis.

Front

What is revolution?

Back

Revolution is when the Earth goes around the Sun.

Front

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

Back

It takes 24 hours or 1 day.

Front

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

Back

It takes 365 days or 1 year.

Front

What happens during the Earth's rotation?

Back

Day and night occur due to the spinning of the Earth.

Front

What happens during the Earth's revolution?

Back

The seasons change as the Earth orbits the Sun.

Front

Which direction does the Earth rotate?

Back

The Earth rotates from west to east.

Front

What is the axis of the Earth?

Back

The axis is an imaginary line that the Earth spins around.

Front

What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

Back

The tilt of the Earth affects the seasons.

Front

What is an example of rotation?

Back

The spinning of a top is similar to Earth's rotation.