1.2 EES Earths Motion

1.2 EES Earths Motion

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9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes Earth to experience seasons?

Back

Earth's tilt on its axis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth’s axis affect the seasons?

Back

By changing the amount of direct solar radiation reaching the surface.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In which hemisphere do we live (in the US)?

Back

Northern Hemisphere.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a solstice event?

Back

A solstice event occurs when the sun's rays reach their highest or lowest point in respect to the equator.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the shape of Earth’s orbit?

Back

Nearly circular.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the equator in relation to seasons?

Back

The equator receives direct sunlight year-round, leading to consistent temperatures.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis; revolution is the orbit of Earth around the Sun.

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