Flashcard - Earth's Movement, Seasons Solstice/Equinox

Front

Where does sunlight hit Earth’s surface most directly?

Back

The equator.

Front

What is the term for the spinning of an object on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

When do the equinoxes occur?

Back

In March and September.

Front

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

Back

No, it remains constant.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's orbit around the sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

What is the angle of Earth's axial tilt?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What are the two solstices called?

Back

Summer solstice and winter solstice.

Front

What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

It experiences the longest day of the year.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

Back

Day and night are approximately equal in length.

Front

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

Back

One year.