Exploring Celestial Movements
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Which one of these is the correct definition of a day on any planet?

  • A day on any planet is the time it takes for the planet to complete one full rotation around the Moon.
  • A day on any planet is the time it takes for the Moon to make one revolution around the planet.
  • A day on any planet is the time it takes for the planet to revolve around the Sun.
  • A day on any planet is the time it takes for that planet to complete one full rotation around its axis. (correct)

    • How long does it take for the Moon to make one revolution around the Earth?

  • It takes approximately 12 hours for the Moon to make one revolution around the Earth.
  • It takes approximately 24 hours for the Moon to make one revolution around the Earth.
  • It takes approximately 365 days for the Moon to make one revolution around the Earth.
  • It takes approximately 27.3 days for the Moon to make one revolution around the Earth. (correct)

    • What two main movements does the Earth undergo?

  • The Earth revolves around the Sun while also rotating on its axis. (correct)
  • The Earth revolves around the Moon while also revolving around the Sun.
  • The Earth rotates on its axis while also revolving around the Moon.
  • The Earth revolves around the Moon while also rotating on its axis.

    • How do you determine whether it's day or night in a specific location on Earth?

    <p>To determine whether it is day or night, look at the position of the Sun on the diagram.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the longest day of the year (summer solstice) and the shortest day of the year (winter solstice)?

    <p>A solstice causes the longest day of the year and the shortest day of the year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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