Seasons

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons.

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What is the difference between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres during summer?

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During summer, the Northern Hemisphere experiences warmer temperatures and longer days, while the Southern Hemisphere experiences cooler temperatures and shorter days.

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What is the position of the Earth during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun.

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What is the position of the Earth during winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun.

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How do daylight hours change with the seasons?

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Daylight hours increase during spring and summer and decrease during fall and winter.

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What season is experienced in the Southern Hemisphere when it is winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Summer.

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

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The equator experiences little variation in temperature and daylight throughout the year, unlike the poles.

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What is the term for the longest day of the year?

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Summer solstice.

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What is the term for the shortest day of the year?

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Winter solstice.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and fall.

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