Review for Science Midterm

Front

What causes us to have longer days in the summer and shorter days in the winter?

Back

Earth's tilt and orbit.

Front

Which season has short days and cold temperatures?

Back

Winter.

Front

What causes the seasons on our Earth?

Back

Earth's tilt and orbit.

Front

Why do some stars in the night sky appear larger than others?

Back

They are closer to Earth.

Front

Are supergiant stars bigger than our sun?

Back

True, because our sun is only a medium star.

Front

What is the main reason for the change in seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth as it orbits the sun.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on daylight hours?

Back

It causes longer days in summer and shorter days in winter.

Front

What is a supergiant star?

Back

A star that is much larger than the sun.

Front

What is the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The half of the Earth that is north of the equator.

Front

What happens to the sun's position in the sky during winter?

Back

It appears lower in the sky.