Flashcard - Earth's Movement, Seasons Solstice/Equinox

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What is the angle of the Earth's axial tilt?

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23.5 degrees.

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Does the direction of the Earth's axial tilt change as it orbits the sun?

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No, it remains constant.

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How do the sun's rays strike the equator?

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The sun's rays are direct at the equator.

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What season is it in the Southern Hemisphere when it is fall in the Northern Hemisphere?

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It is spring in the Southern Hemisphere.

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In which direction does the Earth rotate?

Back

The Earth rotates from West to East.

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What are the two types of solstices?

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Summer solstice and winter solstice.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time when day and night are of approximately equal length.

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When does the summer solstice occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Around June 21st.

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When does the winter solstice occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Around December 21st.

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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They mark the beginning of spring and autumn.