Seasons

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when it is winter?

Back

Summer occurs in the Southern Hemisphere.

Front

What is a popular activity many people enjoy during summer?

Back

Going to the beach.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the sun?

Back

365 days.

Front

During summer, is the Earth's axis pointed toward or away from the sun?

Back

The Earth's axis is pointed toward the sun.

Front

What causes winter on Earth?

Back

Winter is caused by the Earth being tilted away from the sun.

Front

What are the four seasons experienced on Earth?

Back

Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall), and Winter.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis that affects the seasons?

Back

The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

How do the seasons differ between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Back

When it is summer in the Northern Hemisphere, it is winter in the Southern Hemisphere, and vice versa.

Front

What is the significance of the solstices and equinoxes in relation to seasons?

Back

Solstices mark the longest and shortest days of the year, while equinoxes mark the days when day and night are of equal length.

Front

What is the role of the sun in determining the seasons?

Back

The sun's position relative to the Earth affects the amount of sunlight and heat received, which determines the seasons.