Seasons

Front

What is the reason the Equator is the warmest part of the Earth?

Back

Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

Front

What does the term 'equinox' mean?

Back

Equal amount of daylight and equal amount of night.

Front

Which type of sunlight causes more heat?

Back

Direct sunlight.

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when the North Pole is tilted away from the sun?

Back

Winter.

Front

What happens to the seasons when the Earth tilts towards the sun?

Back

It is summer.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasonal changes?

Back

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

Front

What are the two equinoxes that occur each year?

Back

Spring Equinox and Autumn Equinox.

Front

What is the longest day of the year called?

Back

Summer Solstice.

Front

What is the shortest day of the year called?

Back

Winter Solstice.

Front

How many seasons are there in a year?

Back

Four seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.