Seasons

Front

What happens when the area in which you live tilts away from the sun?

Back

It is winter.

Front

The Earth's axis is tilted _____ degrees.

Back

23.5 degrees.

Front

What hemisphere do you live in if you are in the northern part of the Earth?

Back

Northern Hemisphere.

Front

Which season is taking place in the Southern Hemisphere when it is summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Winter.

Front

During winter, what are the number of daylight hours compared to the number of night time hours?

Back

Short day, long night.

Front

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

Front

What season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun?

Back

Summer.

Front

What is the equinox?

Back

A time when day and night are of equal length, occurring in spring and fall.

Front

What is the solstice?

Back

The longest or shortest day of the year, marking the start of summer or winter.

Front

How many seasons are there in a year?

Back

Four seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter.