Seasons and Earth's Tilt Quick Check

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

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Earth's tilt causes different lengths of day and night throughout the year, leading to the changing seasons.

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When does the Southern Hemisphere experience winter?

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The Southern Hemisphere experiences winter when it points away from the sun.

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

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

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What causes the change in daylight hours throughout the year?

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The change in daylight hours is caused by Earth's axial tilt.

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Which regions on Earth receive the least direct sunlight throughout the year?

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The polar regions receive the least direct sunlight throughout the year.

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What is the axial tilt of the Earth?

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The axial tilt of the Earth is approximately 23.5 degrees.

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How does Earth's rotation affect day and night?

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Earth's rotation on its axis causes day and night by exposing different parts of the planet to sunlight.

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What is the equinox?

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An equinox is a time of year when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and autumn.

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What is the solstice?

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A solstice is a time of year when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, marking the longest and shortest days.

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How do seasons differ in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

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Seasons are opposite in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres; when one hemisphere experiences summer, the other experiences winter.