Seasons

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun cause the seasons.

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

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

Back

Winter.

Front

Why is the Equator warmer than other regions?

Back

The Equator receives the most direct sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What happens to the length of a day if Earth's rotation speed increases?

Back

The length of a day would be shorter.

Front

When does autumn begin in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Autumn begins in September.

Front

When does autumn begin in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

Autumn begins in March.

Front

What is the main reason for different seasons in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis causes different hemispheres to receive varying amounts of sunlight.

Front

What is the significance of the solstices?

Back

Solstices mark the longest and shortest days of the year, indicating the start of summer and winter.

Front

What are equinoxes?

Back

Equinoxes are the times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length.