Earth's Revolution

Front

What is the time it takes for the Earth to revolve around the Sun?

Back

One year.

Front

What is the shape of Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Elliptical.

Front

What do you call the invisible line that goes through the Earth from the North Pole to South Pole?

Back

Its axis.

Front

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

Back

One day.

Front

What season is experienced in the Northern Hemisphere when it is summer in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

Winter.

Front

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

Front

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

Back

Its orbit.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on daylight hours?

Back

It causes variations in daylight hours throughout the year.

Front

What happens to the temperature in the Northern Hemisphere during winter?

Back

It generally experiences cooler temperatures.

Front

What is the relationship between the Earth's revolution and the length of a year?

Back

One complete revolution around the Sun equals one year.