Seasons

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What is the name of the imaginary line the Earth spins around?

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Axis

Front

Why are countries near the equator warm all year round?

Back

They receive direct sunlight and get about 12 hours of sunlight per day no matter what time of year.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What season is it when the hemisphere in which you live is tilted away from the Sun?

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Winter

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

Which season is taking place in the Southern Hemisphere when the Northern Hemisphere is experiencing summer?

Back

Winter

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What causes seasons on Earth?

Back

Earth's revolution around the Sun and tilt.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the equator?

Back

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect the seasons?

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The tilt causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The season when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun, resulting in longer days and warmer temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is winter in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

The season when the Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun, resulting in shorter days and cooler temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6