Causes of Seasons

Front

What angle of sunlight hitting Earth's surface produces the most intense sunlight?

Back

90°

Front

Which season generally has the coldest temperatures?

Back

Winter

Front

What is located at 0° latitude?

Back

Equator

Front

What season in the Northern Hemisphere occurs when the North Pole is pointed toward the sun?

Back

Summer

Front

Which location experiences 24 hours of daylight during the summer in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

South Pole

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis that affects the seasons?

Back

23.5°

Front

What phenomenon causes the change of seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

During which season does the Northern Hemisphere receive the least direct sunlight?

Back

Winter

Front

What is the term for the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Summer Solstice

Front

What is the term for the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Winter Solstice