DOL 6.9A Seasons Day 2

Front

What is the equator?

Back

The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located equidistant from the poles.

Front

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

Back

The equator always receives direct sunlight, leading to a consistent temperature throughout the year.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth’s axis?

Back

The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the changing seasons.

Front

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

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on daylight hours?

Back

The Earth's tilt causes certain areas to experience longer or shorter daylight hours during different seasons.

Front

How should a globe be positioned to model summer in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

The Southern Hemisphere should tilt toward the light source.

Front

What is the relationship between the Earth’s orbit and the seasons?

Back

The Earth orbits the Sun while tilted, causing different parts of the Earth to receive varying sunlight, resulting in seasons.

Front

What happens to the length of days and nights during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Days are longer and nights are shorter during summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

Back

Equinoxes are the times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and fall.