Why does the sun appear to rise and set?

Answer 1

The Earth rotates

Because the earth rotates while orbiting the sun, the sun appears to move while the earth appears fixed. so that sun appears to rise and set. also the axis has a 23.4 degree angle, so the sun also appears to move up and down.

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Answer 2

Audrey Adams

The apparent rising and setting of the sun is due to the rotation of the Earth on its axis. As the Earth rotates, different parts of the planet are exposed to sunlight, creating the perception of the sun moving across the sky.

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