The spinning of the earth on its imaginary axis is known as ____________.

Rotation

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Circulation

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Orbiting

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Revolution

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Solution

The correct option is A Rotation
Earth spins around its axis, just as a top spins around its spindle. This spinning movement is called as Earth's rotation. At the same time that the Earth spins on its axis, it also orbits or revolves around the Sun. This movement is called revolution.

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