5 Questions
What is the direction of Earth's rotation?
Prograde
Where is the North Pole located?
The Northern Hemisphere
What causes Earth's rotation to slow slightly with time?
Tidal effects of the Moon
How often does Earth rotate with respect to distant stars?
Every 23 hours, 56 minutes, and 4 seconds
How has the length of a day changed over time?
It has increased by 2.3 milliseconds per century
Study Notes
Earth's Rotation
- Earth's rotation is from west to east, meaning it rotates from the west towards the east.
Geographic Poles
- The North Pole is located at the northernmost point on Earth, at the center of the Arctic Circle.
Effects on Earth's Rotation
- Earth's rotation slows slightly with time due to the gravitational interactions between the Earth and the Moon.
Earth's Rotation Period
- Earth rotates approximately once every 23 hours and 56 minutes with respect to distant stars, which is known as a sidereal day.
Changes in Day Length
- The length of a day has increased over time due to the Earth's rotation slowing down, resulting in a longer day.
Test your knowledge about the rotation of planet Earth around its axis and the changes in its orientation in space. Learn about the direction of Earth's rotation and its impact on the view from different locations on the planet.
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