Earth's Rotation Quiz
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Earth's Rotation Quiz

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What is the spinning movement of the earth around its axis called?

  • Tilt
  • Rotation (correct)
  • Orbit
  • Revolution
  • What causes day and night on Earth?

  • The rotation of the Earth on its axis (correct)
  • The tilt of the Earth's axis
  • The revolution of the Earth around the sun
  • The movement of the moon around the Earth
  • How long does the Earth take to complete one rotation?

  • 1 week
  • 24 hours (correct)
  • 12 hours
  • 1 month
  • In which direction does the Earth rotate on its axis?

    <p>West to East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does a leap year occur?

    <p>Every four years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many days does a leap year have?

    <p>366 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Earth's Rotation

    • The spinning movement of the Earth around its axis is called rotation.
    • Day and night on Earth are caused by the Earth's rotation, which results in different parts of the planet facing towards or away from the Sun.
    • The Earth takes 24 hours to complete one rotation on its axis.
    • The Earth rotates on its axis from west to east, which is a counterclockwise direction.

    Leap Years

    • A leap year occurs every 4 years.
    • A leap year has 366 days, unlike a standard year which has 365 days.

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    Test your knowledge of Earth's rotation with this quiz! Explore the concepts of day and night, the direction of Earth's rotation, and the time it takes for one full rotation. Brush up on your understanding of this fundamental aspect of our planet's movement.

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