The rotation of Earth around its axis is responsible for which of the following?
A. The force of gravity
B. The day and night cycle Correct
C. The temperature differences between seasons
D. The movement of continents relative to one another
Rationale: The rotation of Earth around its axis creates the day and night cycle (Option B) as different parts of the planet are exposed to sunlight and then fall into shadow.
Option A, the force of gravity, is caused by Earth's mass and does not depend on its rotation. Option C, temperature differences between seasons, results from Earth's tilt and orbit around the Sun, not its rotation. Option D, the movement of continents, is driven by tectonic processes rather than rotation. Thus, the rotation primarily influences the cycle of day and night.
