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The Earth's rotation on its axis creates day and night, allowing us to measure time in 24-hour increments (1 day). The Earth's orbit around the Sun creates the cycle of seasons, which gives us a basis for measuring longer periods of time (months and years). By observing these movements, humans have developed various methods of measuring and tracking time.

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