Seasons and Tides

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis causes the seasons.

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Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when it is tilted towards the sun?

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Summer

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Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when it is tilted away from the sun?

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Winter

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What is a spring tide?

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A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the Earth, moon, and sun are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide is a tide that occurs when the moon is at a right angle to the sun, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

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What is the position of the Earth during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun.

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What is the position of the Earth during winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun.

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How many seasons are there in a year?

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There are four seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall.

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What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on the amount of sunlight received?

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The tilt affects the angle and intensity of sunlight, leading to temperature changes and the changing of seasons.

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What happens during the equinox?

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During the equinox, day and night are approximately equal in length.

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