Question

what does earths rotation on its axis cause?
the tides
night and day
passing of years
phases of the moon

Explanation:

As Earth rotates on its axis, different parts of the planet face the Sun or are away from it. When a part faces the Sun, it is daytime there, and when it is away, it is nighttime. Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on Earth's oceans. The passing of years is due to Earth's orbit around the Sun. The phases of the moon are due to the relative positions of the Earth, moon, and Sun.

Answer:

night and day