(of a celestial object) time that it takes to complete one revolution around its axis of rotation relative to the background stars
A rotation period is how long it takes for a celestial object, like a planet or star, to spin once on its axis when measured against the fixed background of distant stars. Knowing an object's rotation period helps astronomers understand its physical properties and behavior in space.
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