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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon

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Question 14

Which statement about the Earth-Moon-Sun system is correct?

A

The Moon takes approximately 365 days to orbit the Earth.

B

The Sun orbits the Earth once every 24 hours.

C

The Earth rotates on its axis once in approximately 24 hours.

D

The Earth orbits the Moon once in approximately 1 month.

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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon Questions

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40 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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