Seasons and the Earths Movement

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What are the four seasons?

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Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

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What is the equinox?

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A time when day and night are of equal length.

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What is the summer solstice?

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The longest day of the year, occurring around June 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What is the winter solstice?

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The shortest day of the year, occurring around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.

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How does Earth's tilt affect seasons?

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

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What is direct sunlight?

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Sunlight that hits the Earth at a steep angle, providing more heat.

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What is indirect sunlight?

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Sunlight that hits the Earth at a shallow angle, providing less heat.

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Which season occurs in the Southern Hemisphere during June, July, and August?

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Winter.

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Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during June, July, and August?

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Summer.