Earth's Seasons

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What is the main reason for Earth's seasons?

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Earth's seasons are caused by its axial tilt and its orbit around the Sun.

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How does the tilt of the Earth affect the Sun's angle?

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The tilt of the Earth causes the Sun's angle to change throughout the year, affecting the intensity of sunlight received.

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What happens during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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During summer, the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun, resulting in longer days and warmer temperatures.

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What is the Tropic of Cancer?

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The Tropic of Cancer is the line of latitude at 23.5 degrees North, marking the northernmost point where the Sun can be directly overhead.

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What is an equinox?

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

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What is a solstice?

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A solstice is a time when the Sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, marking the longest and shortest days of the year.

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How does a low Sun angle affect temperatures?

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A low Sun angle results in cooler temperatures because sunlight is spread over a larger area.

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What would happen to the seasons if Earth's tilt decreased?

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If Earth's tilt decreased, the seasons would become less extreme.

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In which season does the Sun rise the earliest?

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The Sun rises the earliest in summer.

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What is the Tropic of Capricorn?

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The Tropic of Capricorn is the line of latitude at 23.5 degrees South, marking the southernmost point where the Sun can be directly overhead.