Question

Describe two characteristics of rotation.

Answer 1

Two characteristics of rotation are the complete rotation of the earth from west to east in 24 hours and along its tilted axis which is always in the same direction towards the Pole Star.

Answer 2

• Duration: Earth completes one full rotation on its axis in 24 hours, causing the cycle of day and night.
• Direction: The Earth rotates from west to east, which is why the Sun appears to rise in the east and set in the west.