Astronomy 1
How long does it take for the earth to ROTATE one time?
24 hours (1 day)
If the Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun, what season is it there?
Summer
What is the definition of Earth's Revolution?
When the earth travels or moves around the sun
What is at the CENTER (middle) of our solar system?
Sun
How does it take for the earth to REVOLVE around the sun one time?
about 365 days (1 year)
If the Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, what season is it there?
Winter?
How often does a leap year happen?
every 4 years
What is located at the top of Earth's axis?
North Pole
What does Earth's ROTATION cause/give us?
Day and Night
Are places closer to the equator normally warmer or colder than other places?
warmer!
What is the date added to the calendar of a leap year?
February 29
What is located at the bottom of Earth's axis?
South Pole
What does Earth's REVOLUTION and TILT give us?
The 4 Seasons
Are places closer to the North and South pole usually colder or warmer than other places?
colder!
Which is bigger - the Sun or the Earth?
Sun
True or False: The Earth is always moving.
True
How many degrees is the Earth's tilt?
23.5 degrees
What is the definition of Earth's Rotation?
When the earth spins or turns on its axis
Which is smaller - the Earth or the Moon?
Moon
True or False: Another word for Earth's revolution around the sun is Earth's ORBIT
True