Earth's Seasons and Axis Concepts

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth on its axis and its revolution around the Sun.

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

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23.5 degrees.

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True or False: Earth is the only planet that can support life.

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True.

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What does the term 'waning' mean?

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To appear to get smaller.

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What are the four seasons of the year?

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Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall), and Winter.

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

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Approximately 365.25 days.

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

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It affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasonal changes.

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What is the equator?

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An imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The day with the longest daylight hours and the Sun is at its highest point in the sky.

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What is the winter solstice?

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The day with the shortest daylight hours in the Northern Hemisphere.