Seasons, Insolation, Revolution and some Rotation

Front

What does the rotation of the earth cause us to experience?

Back

Day & night.

Front

What would seasons be like if Earth's axis were straight up and down?

Back

There would be no seasons.

Front

Where on Earth can you experience entire days of darkness?

Back

The poles.

Front

At which angle would the dot be warmed the LEAST by the sunlight?

Back

30 degrees.

Front

What is insolation?

Back

Insolation is the amount of solar radiation received by a surface.

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth's axis affect seasons?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of the equator in relation to seasons?

Back

The equator experiences little variation in seasons due to consistent sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the orbit of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

What causes the change in seasons?

Back

The change in seasons is caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

Front

What is the angle of insolation?

Back

The angle of insolation is the angle at which sunlight strikes the Earth's surface.