Seasons & Sun Angles ES

Front

How much is Earth tilted on its axis?

Back

23.5°

Front

If it is Winter in the Northern Hemisphere, how many hours of daylight does the North Pole get?

Back

0 hours

Front

The motion of Earth going around the Sun is called?

Back

Revolution

Front

Which path will create the longest shadows?

Back

Path A

Front

Why are temperatures warmer in the Summer than in the Winter?

Back

We get more hours of daylight and the angle of insolation is higher.

Front

What is the term for the angle at which sunlight strikes the Earth?

Back

Angle of Insolation

Front

What phenomenon occurs when day and night are of equal length?

Back

Equinox

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What is the term for the daily rotation of the Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

During which season does the North Pole experience 24 hours of darkness?

Back

Winter