8.7A Revolution Mini Flashcard #4

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What happens to daylight hours in the Northern Hemisphere during winter?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere has the fewest hours of daylight, and the North Pole is tilted away from the sun.

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Why do North America and South America experience autumn in different months?

Back

Autumn starts in different months because Earth's axis has a 23.5-degree tilt.

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At which position in Earth's orbit does the Northern Hemisphere experience the beginning of spring?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere experiences the beginning of spring at Position 3.

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What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere when very little light is visible at the South Pole?

Back

It is summer in the Northern Hemisphere and winter in the Southern Hemisphere.

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How do daylight hours compare between two locations on Earth during different seasons?

Back

There are more hours of daylight at Location X than at Location Y.

Front

What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of 23.5 degrees.

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What is the significance of Earth's orbit around the sun?

Back

Earth's orbit determines the changing seasons throughout the year.

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What is the relationship between Earth's tilt and the seasons?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis affects the distribution of sunlight, leading to different seasons.

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What occurs during the equinox?

Back

During the equinox, there are equal hours of daylight and nighttime.

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What is the effect of Earth's position in its orbit on seasonal changes?

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Earth's position in its orbit affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received, causing seasonal changes.