Seasons

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis as it revolves around the sun.

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

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365.25 days.

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

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Winter.

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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 is the significance of the Earth's axial 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 are the four seasons?

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Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.

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During which season does the Northern Hemisphere experience the longest day?

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Summer.

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What is the winter solstice?

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The shortest day of the year, occurring around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What is the summer solstice?

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The longest day of the year, occurring around June 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What happens during the equinoxes?

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Day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring around March 21 and September 23.

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