The Globe - Earth's Rotation On Its Axis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the earths axis?
A
An imaginary line joining the North and South poles which rotates once every 24 hours and runs through the centre of the Earth,
2
Q
Why does the one half of the earth experience day while the other half experiences night?
A
Because the earth is a sphere 🌍
3
Q
How long does the earth takes to complete a full rotation?
A
24 hours
4
Q
How many degrees does the earth go through in a full rotation?
A
360 degrees
5
Q
What does rotate mean?
A
To turn around a centre or axis
