Rotate and Revolve

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What is rotation?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of an object around its own axis. For example, Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.

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What is revolution?

Back

Revolution is the movement of one object around another object. For example, Earth revolves around the Sun once every 365 days.

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

Back

It takes Earth approximately 24 hours to complete one rotation.

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

Back

It takes Earth approximately 365 days to complete one revolution around the Sun.

Front

What causes day and night?

Back

Day and night are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis. When one side of the Earth faces the Sun, it experiences day, while the other side experiences night.

Front

In which direction does the Earth rotate?

Back

The Earth rotates from west to east.

Front

What is the apparent movement of the Sun across the sky?

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The apparent movement of the Sun across the sky is due to the rotation of the Earth.

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

Back

The tilt of the Earth affects the seasons and the angle of sunlight received at different times of the year.

Front

What is the term for the path an object takes as it revolves around another object?

Back

The term is 'orbit.' For example, Earth's orbit around the Sun is elliptical.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation is the spinning of an object around its own axis, while revolution is the movement of an object around another object.