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प्रश्न
What do you mean by “Rotation of Earth”?
उत्तर
The earth rotates (turns) round its axis from west to east once in twenty-four hours. This motion is called the Daily Motion or Rotation. This rotation of the earth is the real cause of the apparent rising and setting of the sun which is stationary.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention two effects of the rotation of the earth.
Distinguish between :
Rotation and Revolution
State the direction of rotation of Earth.
We always see the Sun rising in the East. Why?
Give reasons for the following statement:
The Sun does not rise at the same time everywhere in the world.
Give reasons for the following statement:
The speed of rotation at Leningrad (60°N), Genoa (45°N) and Singapore (0°N) along the Earth’s axis is not the same.
What are the results of the difference in the Earth’s speed of rotation at various latitudes?
What is the period of rotation?
The rotation of the earth gives rise to ______.
What is the equator?
