Seasons

Seasons

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Science

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What season is it for us in the Northern Hemisphere in the picture?

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Back

Winter

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which position of Earth in the picture would represent the Vernal Equinox? Options: Position A, Position B, Position C, Position D

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Back

Position A

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which position of Earth in the picture would have the fewest hours of daylight? Options: Position A, Position B, Position C, Position D

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Back

Position D

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which plate on Earth would receive the most direct sunlight? Options: Plate A, Plate B, Plate C, Plate L

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Back

Plate C

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Based on the angle of sun rays for us in Houston, where can you conclude the Sun would be located on the celestial sphere?

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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

With the Earth in the position shown, is there anywhere that would receive no sunlight for more than a 24 hr period?

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Back

Yes, the South Pole will be dark for more than 24 hrs.

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is it called when the Sun crosses the celestial equator moving south in the sky?

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Back

Autumnal Equinox

9.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the Sun's coordinates in the picture?

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Back