Shadows and Seasons Day 4

Front

What does it mean when an object revolves around another object?

Back

It means that the object moves in a circular path around the other object.

Front

What season is experienced in the Southern Hemisphere during December, January, and February?

Back

Summer

Front

Why does summer feel warmer than winter?

Back

Because the Earth's tilt allows for more direct sunlight during summer.

Front

What happens to the length of daytime in the Southern Hemisphere during summer?

Back

Daytime is longer.

Front

What is the imaginary line that an object spins around called?

Back

Axis

Front

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

Back

The tilt causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours.

Front

How does the position of the sun change during different seasons?

Back

The sun appears higher in the sky during summer and lower during winter.

Front

What is the equator?

Back

An imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Front

What is the difference between day and night?

Back

Day occurs when a part of the Earth faces the sun, while night occurs when it is turned away from the sun.