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Lesson 170 of 500 · Extra Passages
⭐ 30 XPEarths Revolution Part 3
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Earth's revolution is the journey our planet takes around the Sun.
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Earth's revolution is the journey our planet takes around the Sun. This movement happens in a circular path called an orbit and takes about 365 days to complete one full revolution. As Earth travels, it tilts on its axis, which is why we experience different seasons. For example, when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the Sun, it's summer there, while the Southern Hemisphere has winter. This constant motion of revolution helps keep our days and nights in a cycle and brings variety to our weather throughout the year.
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1 of 2How long does it take for Earth to complete one full revolution around the Sun?
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