Sun's Path, Duration, Shadow, Intesity

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What is the Sun's path in the sky?

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The Sun's path refers to the apparent movement of the Sun across the sky, which changes with the seasons and is influenced by the Earth's tilt and orbit.

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What is the duration of a day on Earth?

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A day on Earth is approximately 24 hours, which is the time it takes for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis.

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What season does the Southern Hemisphere experience when the Northern Hemisphere is in Winter?

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The Southern Hemisphere experiences Summer when the Northern Hemisphere is in Winter.

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What is the longest day of the year called?

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The longest day of the year is called the Summer Solstice, which occurs around June 21st in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What is the shortest day of the year called?

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The shortest day of the year is called the Winter Solstice, which occurs around December 21st in the Northern Hemisphere.

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How does the tilt of the Earth affect seasons?

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The tilt of the Earth (approximately 23.5 degrees) causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the changing seasons.

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What is the equinox?

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An equinox occurs twice a year when day and night are approximately equal in length, marking the beginning of Spring and Fall.

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What is the relationship between the Sun's position and shadow length?

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The position of the Sun in the sky affects the length and direction of shadows; shadows are longest when the Sun is low in the sky and shortest when the Sun is directly overhead.

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What is solar intensity?

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Solar intensity refers to the amount of solar energy received per unit area, which varies with the angle of sunlight and atmospheric conditions.

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How does the Earth's rotation affect the Sun's apparent movement?

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The Earth's rotation on its axis causes the Sun to appear to rise in the east and set in the west, creating the cycle of day and night.