Seasons Review

Front

The Earth's axis is tilted _____ degrees.

Back

23.5

Front

To complete one year’s time, the Earth makes one complete _____.

Back

Revolution around the Sun.

Front

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

Back

It is winter.

Front

What happens as Earth rotates?

Back

All of the above (The sun appears to rise, The sun moves across the sky, The sun appears to set)

Front

What imaginary line is drawn around the earth’s center and separates the Northern & Southern hemispheres?

Back

Equator

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

Summer

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

It causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the duration of one complete rotation of the Earth?

Back

24 hours

Front

What season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun?

Back

Winter