What is the vernal equinox?
Flashcard - Earth's Movement, Seasons Solstice/Equinox

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The vernal equinox is the point in spring when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring around March 20 or 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.
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What is the autumnal equinox?
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The autumnal equinox is the point in fall when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring around September 22 or 23 in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Where does sunlight hit Earth’s surface most directly?
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Sunlight hits the Earth's surface most directly at the equator.
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What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere when it is tilted away from the Sun?
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It is winter in the Northern Hemisphere when it is tilted away from the Sun.
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What is the tilt of the Earth?
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The Earth is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.
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What is the longest day of the year called?
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The longest day of the year is called the summer solstice.
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What is the summer solstice?
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The summer solstice is the point in summer when the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky, resulting in the longest day of the year, occurring around June 21.
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