Earth rotates, or spins, on its axis. - Earth's rotation causes ___ and night. - Earth rotates ___ time the Sun appears to move ___ - Earth completes a rotation every ___ hours.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about Earth's rotation and its effects on day and night, how often the Sun appears to move, and the time it takes for Earth to complete one rotation. It seems to be related to basic astronomy concepts.
Answer
Day and night; once; every 24 hours.
The final answer is: Earth's rotation causes day and night, Earth rotates once, the Sun appears to move across the sky, Earth completes a rotation every 24 hours.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is: Earth's rotation causes day and night, Earth rotates once, the Sun appears to move across the sky, Earth completes a rotation every 24 hours.
More Information
The Earth's rotation is responsible for the cycle of day and night, and it completes one full rotation approximately every 24 hours.
Tips
Some may mistakenly say Earth completes a rotation every 23 hours depending on different references. Stick to solar day calculations.
Sources
- Science Test Unit 6 | Quizlet - quizlet.com
- Earth's Rotations | CK-12 Foundation - flexbooks.ck12.org
