Seasons 3

Front

What causes Earth to experience seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis as it revolves around the sun.

Front

What are the four seasons?

Back

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.

Front

During which season is the Northern Hemisphere tilted away from the sun?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the position of the Earth in relation to the sun during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun.

Front

True or False: The Earth is closest to the sun during winter months in the Northern Hemisphere.

Back

False.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on sunlight received?

Back

It causes varying angles of sunlight, leading to different temperatures and seasons.

Front

What season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun?

Back

Summer.

Front

What is the equinox?

Back

A time when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and fall.

Front

How does the Earth's revolution around the sun affect seasons?

Back

As the Earth revolves, different parts receive varying amounts of sunlight, creating seasons.

Front

What happens to the length of days during summer?

Back

Days are longer due to the tilt of the Earth towards the sun.