Earth's Seasons

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time when day and night are of equal length. The term comes from the prefix 'Equi' meaning 'equal' and the suffix 'Nox' meaning 'night'.

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What is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere is June 21.

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What season is experienced in the Northern Hemisphere when it is spring?

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When it is spring in the Northern Hemisphere, the Southern Hemisphere is experiencing fall.

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What do Spring and Fall Equinox have in common?

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Both Spring and Fall Equinox have equal amounts of daylight and night.

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What season is experienced in the Northern Hemisphere when it is autumn?

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When it is autumn in the Northern Hemisphere, the Southern Hemisphere is experiencing spring.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

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What is the significance of June 21 in relation to Earth's seasons?

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June 21 is significant because it marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What happens during the winter solstice?

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During the winter solstice, which occurs around December 21, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the shortest day and longest night of the year.

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

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The tilt of the Earth causes different parts of the planet to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the changing seasons.

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What is the difference between the summer solstice and the winter solstice?

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The summer solstice has the longest day and shortest night, while the winter solstice has the shortest day and longest night.