ESS- Seasons and Climate Change

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What season has the least amount of daylight in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winter.

Front

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

Back

The equator always receives direct sunlight.

Front

What is the average weather for a particular time and region called?

Back

Climate.

Front

Why do globes lean sideways?

Back

To demonstrate the tilt of Earth's axis.

Front

What hemisphere do you live in if you are in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Northern.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather in a region.

Front

What is the significance of the equator in terms of climate?

Back

The equator is significant because it receives direct sunlight year-round, leading to consistently warm temperatures.

Front

How do ocean currents affect climate?

Back

Ocean currents can transport warm or cold water, influencing the climate of coastal regions.

Front

What is a greenhouse gas?

Back

A greenhouse gas is a gas that traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.