Seasons

Seasons

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Science

6th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS2-6

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis causes the seasons.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the equator?

Back

The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located at 0 degrees latitude.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does the equator have a consistent temperature year-round?

Back

The equator always receives direct sunlight.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the Northern Hemisphere during winter?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere tilts away from the sun, resulting in shorter days and cooler temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere called?

Back

Summer solstice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere called?

Back

Winter solstice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an equinox?

Back

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

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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