Earth's Rotation and Revolution Review

The video tutorial explains Earth's rotation and revolution, detailing how Earth revolves around the sun in 365.25 days and rotates on its axis every 24 hours, resulting in day and night. It discusses the tilt of Earth's axis at 23.5 degrees, which causes the seasons. The Northern Hemisphere experiences long, warm days in summer and shorter, cooler days in winter. The video also covers the winter and summer solstices, the shortest and longest days of the year, respectively, and the equinoxes, when day and night are equal. Finally, viewers are encouraged to reflect on these concepts when observing natural phenomena.

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

• 12 months

• 365.25 days

• 30 days

• 24 hours

What is the primary cause of day and night on Earth?

• The distance from the sun

• Earth's revolution around the sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• Earth's rotation on its axis

What angle is Earth's axis tilted at, which affects the seasons?

• 15 degrees

• 23.5 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 0 degrees

During which season is the Northern Hemisphere tilted more toward the sun?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Autumn

What occurs during an equinox?

• The shortest day of the year

• The hottest day of the year

• The longest day of the year

• Equal periods of daylight and darkness