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Worksheet about Earths Rotations | ||
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| Subject: Geology | ||
| 10th Grade | ||
| Term 1 | ||
| Year: 2023/2024 | ||
| Size: 143.8KB | ||
| Number of clicks: 86 | ||
| Publish date:November 26, 2023 | ||
| Added by: Eman | ||
| Last download date: 2024-09-11 03:41:57 | By: theodor Maria Jose Crespo Rodas | |
| File info: The rotation of the Earth refers to its spinning motion around its axis. Here are some key points about the Earth's rotation: 1. Axis of Rotation: The Earth rotates around an imaginary line called its axis. The axis is an imaginary line passing through the North Pole and the South Pole. It is inclined at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees relative to the plane of the Earth's orbit around the Sun. This tilt is responsible for the changing seasons. 2. Direction and Speed: The Earth rotates from west to east, which is why we observe the Sun, Moon, and stars appearing to rise in the east and set in the west. The rotation speed of the Earth varies depending on the latitude. At the equator, the rotational speed is about 1,670 kilometers per hour (1,040 miles per hour), while it gradually decreases towards the poles. 3. Duration: The Earth completes one full rotation on its axis in approximately 24 hours, which defines a day. This period is known as a solar day or a mean solar day. However, due to various factors such as the Earth's elliptical orbit and the tilt of its axis, the duration of a solar day can vary slightly throughout the year. To account for this, we use the concept of a mean solar day, which is the average length of a day over a year. 4. Effects of Rotation: The rotation of the Earth has several effects: - Day and Night: As the Earth rotates, different parts of the planet are exposed to sunlight or darkness, creating the cycle of day and night. The side facing the Sun experiences daylight, while the opposite side experiences nighttime. - Coriolis Effect: The rotation of the Earth influences the movement of air masses and ocean currents, creating a phenomenon known as the Coriolis effect. This effect deflects moving objects, such as wind and water, to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere. It plays a significant role in the formation of weather patterns and oceanic circulation. - Geodesy and Coordinate Systems: The rotation of the Earth is essential for defining geographic and coordinate systems. Latitude and longitude lines are based on the Earth's rotation and provide a framework for locating positions on the Earth's surface. - Centrifugal Force: The rotation of the Earth generates a centrifugal force that slightly flattens the Earth at the poles and bulges it at the equator, resulting in an oblate spheroid shape. It's worth noting that the Earth's rotation is gradually slowing down over time due to tidal forces caused by the gravitational interactions between the Earth, Moon, and Sun. However, this deceleration is extremely gradual and not noticeable on human timescales. Overall, the Earth's rotation is a fundamental aspect of our planet's dynamics, influencing various natural phenomena and shaping our perception of time and the celestial motion in the sky. | ||
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