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From November to February, the constellation Orion is clearly visible in the night sky from Mississippi. Orion appears to rise from the east and set in the west. The stars do not actually move through the sky. They appear to change positions due to the Earth's Movement. What factor is responsible for the changes in Orion's position when viewed during the winter month?

The rotation of the Sun The rotation of Earth on its axis The revolution of the Sun around the Earth The revolution of the moon around the Sun

Correct Answer:

The rotation of Earth on its axis

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