Seasons and Earth's Tilt

Front

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

Back

It is winter.

Front

What causes more heat, indirect sunlight or direct sunlight?

Back

Direct sunlight causes more heat.

Front

The Earth's axis is tilted _____ degrees.

Back

23.5 degrees.

Front

Which season is taking place in the Northern Hemisphere in Position 1?

Back

Winter.

Front

Which of the following best describes the tilt of the earth during the spring and fall equinoxes?

Back

The earth is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun (tilt is side to side).

Front

What is the main reason for the changing seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect the amount of sunlight received?

Back

The tilt causes different areas to receive varying amounts of direct sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when it is summer in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

Winter.

Front

During which equinox do day and night have approximately equal length?

Back

Spring and Fall equinoxes.

Front

What is the significance of the 23.5-degree tilt of the Earth?

Back

It is responsible for the changing seasons.