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    SST Class-6th Chapter-7

    Rotation and Revolution of the Earth


    Oral Questions-
    Q1. What is the revolution of the earth?

    Ans. While rotating on its axis, the earth also revolves around the sun, this motion is known as
    revolution.

    Q2. Why rotational movement is called the daily motion of the Earth?

    Ans. The Earth takes about 24 hours or one day to complete one rotation on its axis, the rotation is
    called the daily motion of the Earth. It is also known as Earth day.

    Short Answer Questions-


    Q1. List two factors responsible for the phenomenon of seasons.

    Ans.

    1. The inclination of the Earth's axis at a fixed angle and direction.


    2. The revolution of the Earth around the Sun

    Q3. Explain how the Coriolis Effect, influenced by Earth's rotation, impacts whether patterns.

    Ans. The Coriolis Effect is an invisible force that makes things like wind and ocean currents.

    This force acts to the right in the Northern hemisphere and to the left in Southern hemisphere as
    ocean currents move over the Earth towards equator.

    Q4. In what ways does the knowledge of Earth's revolution around the sun benefit our daily lives?

    Ans. The knowledge of Earth's revolution around the Sun helps us understand seasons, weather
    changes, and the length of a year. It allows us to create calendars, plan farming, celebrate festivals,
    and prepare for seasonal activities like planting crops.

    Long Answer Questions-


    Q1 (a). What is a solstice?

    Ans. The day on which the mid-day Sun shines vertically overhead at the tropic of Cancer in
    Northern Hemisphere, The day on which the mid-day Sun shines vertically overhead at the tropic of
    Capricorn in Southern Hemisphere, called solstice.
    Q1 (b). Differentiate between the winter and summer solstice with the help of the
    labelled diagram.

    Ans. Winter Solstice:- On 22 December the Sun rays fall vertically over the Tropic of
    Capricorn, therefore it is summer season in the Southern hemisphere and experiences
    longest day, In this position the South pole is inclined towards the Sun.

    Summer Solstice:- On 21 June the Sun rays fall vertically over the Tropic of Cancer,
    therefore it is summer season in the Northern hemisphere and experiences longest day, In
    this position the North pole is inclined towards the Sun.

    The phenomenon of Seasons caused by the Earth's Revolution

    Q2. Around 21 March, Vani in India enjoys the sight of colourful flowers while Vinay in
    New Zealand experiences the fall season. Analyse the climatic conditions of India and New
    Zealand during March.

    Ans. The experiences of Vani in India and Vinay in New Zealand in March can be explained
    by the differences in their geographical locations and climatic patterns:

    India (Spring Season)

    India is located in the Northern Hemisphere. During March, it transitions from winter to
    summer, marking the spring season. Days become warmer. This period marks the end of
    winter and the approach of summer. 21 March, the spring equinox occurs, resulting in
    nearly equal day and night durations.

    New Zealand (Autumn Season)

    New Zealand lies in the Southern Hemisphere. During March, it transitions from summer to
    winter, marking the autumn season. Temperatures begin to cool. 21 March, the autumnal
    equinox occurs in the Southern Hemisphere, leading to nearly equal day and night
    durations.
    Q3. Why do some regions experience almost equal day lengths throughout the year while
    others experience variations?

    Ans. Regions near the Equator experience almost equal day and night lengths throughout
    the year because the Sun is always nearly overhead. In contrast, regions farther from the
    equator have more variation in day lengths due to the tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the
    Sun.

    Q4. What would happen if the Earth did not rotate?

    Ans. If the Earth did not rotate, one side would always face the Sun and be extremely hot,
    while the other side would remain in darkness and be very cold. This would make life
    difficult on most parts of the planet.

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