Seasons and the Sun Crash Course Kids Flashcard

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What is the duration of one full rotation of the Earth on its axis?

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24 hours

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How does the tilt of the Earth influence daylight and darkness throughout the year?

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It causes varying amounts of daylight and darkness throughout the year.

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What are equinoxes and solstices, and why are they significant?

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They mark the changing patterns of daylight and darkness.

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What causes the different seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis.

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In which season do we experience the longest daylight hours in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Summer.

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

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Approximately 23.5 degrees.

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What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

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It is the longest day of the year, marking the start of summer.

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What is the winter solstice, and when does it occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

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It is the shortest day of the year, occurring around December 21.

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How do the equinoxes affect day and night duration?

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During equinoxes, day and night are approximately equal in duration.

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What is the relationship between the Earth's orbit and the seasons?

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The Earth's orbit around the Sun, combined with its axial tilt, causes the seasons.

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