⭐ Reasons for the Seasons

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons.

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What is the Earth's axial tilt?

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The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5 degrees.

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What is the imaginary line that the Earth rotates around?

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The Earth's axis is the imaginary line that goes from the North Pole to the South Pole.

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In which season is it summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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It is summer in the Northern Hemisphere when it is winter in the Southern Hemisphere.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

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It takes about 365 days for the Earth to make one revolution around the Sun.

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes are the times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length.

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What happens during the summer solstice?

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During the summer solstice, the Sun's rays strike the Northern Hemisphere at the most direct angle, resulting in the longest day of the year.

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What is the winter solstice?

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The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year, occurring when the Sun's rays strike the Southern Hemisphere at the most direct angle.

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What is the relationship between the Earth's tilt and the intensity of sunlight?

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The tilt of the Earth affects the angle at which sunlight hits the surface, influencing the intensity and duration of sunlight received in different seasons.

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What month does the Sun's light strike Wisconsin at the lowest angle?

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The Sun's light strikes Wisconsin at the lowest angle in December.

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