Earth's Seasons

Front

What causes the changing of seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis.

Front

Which season has the longest day of the year?

Back

Summer.

Front

How are the sun's rays during winter described?

Back

Indirect.

Front

What season is experienced in the Northern Hemisphere at position C?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the imaginary line that separates the Northern and Southern Hemispheres called?

Back

Equator.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's axial tilt on seasonal changes?

Back

It causes variations in sunlight intensity and duration, leading to different seasons.

Front

During which season do the Northern and Southern Hemispheres experience opposite seasons?

Back

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

Front

What phenomenon occurs at the equator regarding seasons?

Back

The equator experiences little variation in seasons and maintains a relatively constant climate.

Front

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

Back

Solstices mark the points in the year when the sun is at its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, leading to the longest and shortest days.

Front

What is the difference between direct and indirect sunlight?

Back

Direct sunlight hits the Earth at a steep angle, providing more heat, while indirect sunlight hits at a shallow angle, spreading the energy over a larger area.