Day. Night, and the Seasons

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What is the winter solstice?

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The winter solstice is the day in winter when we receive the shortest amount of daylight in the year.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

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It takes 24 hours for the Earth to spin around its axis once.

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What season is it in the northern hemisphere when it is pointed toward the sun?

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Summer.

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Why does the Earth have seasons?

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The Earth has seasons because its axis is tilted.

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True or False: The Earth's axis is tilted.

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True.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and autumn.

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What is the summer solstice?

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The summer solstice is the day in summer when we receive the longest amount of daylight in the year.

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What is the significance of the equator in relation to day and night?

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The equator experiences nearly equal day and night throughout the year.

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How does the tilt of the Earth affect climate?

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The tilt of the Earth affects climate by changing the angle of sunlight received, leading to different seasons.

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What happens during the autumn equinox?

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During the autumn equinox, the sun crosses the celestial equator, resulting in nearly equal day and night.