GK
THE UNIVERSE
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Question
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Earth’s rotation takes about
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365 days
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6 months
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24 hours
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1 month
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -As Earth rotates, it seems like the sun is moving across the sky, but it’s really the Earth that is spinning. It takes 24 hours to complete one rotation, which is why there are 24 hours in one day.
Detailed explanation-2: -Earth spins on its axis once in every 24-hour day. At Earth’s equator, the speed of Earth’s spin is about 1, 000 miles per hour (1, 600 km per hour). This day-night spin has carried you around under the sun and stars every day of your life.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sentences: Earth revolves around the sun in 365 days, 5 hours, 59 minutes and 16 seconds.
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