Four Seasons and Day Length

Front

What is the term for the process when some animals sleep during the winter?

Back

Hibernation

Front

Which season has the longest day length?

Back

Summer

Front

What do some animals do during fall to prepare for winter?

Back

Gather food to store for months.

Front

In which season do trees typically have green leaves?

Back

Summer

Front

What season is characterized by flowers starting to blossom on trees?

Back

Spring

Front

What is the phenomenon called when day length varies throughout the year?

Back

Seasonal variation in day length.

Front

What is the primary reason for the change in seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

Front

During which season do many animals emerge from hibernation?

Back

Spring

Front

What is the average temperature trend during summer?

Back

Generally warmer temperatures.

Front

What natural event marks the beginning of fall?

Back

The autumn equinox.