Seasons and Earth's Tilt

Front

Why does the area around the equator stay the same temperature all year?

Back

The equator always receives direct sunlight.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

At which angle is the light more concentrated?

Back

Angle a.

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Front

The Earth's axis is tilted _____ degrees.

Back

23.5 degrees.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What causes more heat, indirect sunlight or direct sunlight?

Back

Direct sunlight causes more heat.

Front

What happens when the area in which you live tilts away from the sun?

Back

It is winter.

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Front

What is the equator?

Back

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

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect seasons?

Back

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

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Front

What is direct sunlight?

Back

Sunlight that hits the Earth at a 90-degree angle, providing more heat.

Front

What is indirect sunlight?

Back

Sunlight that hits the Earth at an angle, spreading the energy over a larger area and providing less heat.

Front

What season occurs when your hemisphere is tilted towards the sun?

Back

It is summer.

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