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Unit 2 Earth and Environmental Science

Unit 2 Earth and Environmental Science

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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15 questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the reason for the four seasons on Earth?

Back

The four seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun, leading to unequal heating of the Earth's surface.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

One year.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of the North Star?

Back

Polaris.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

During which month does the Earth move fastest in its orbit around the Sun?

Back

January.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does the Earth travel fastest in January and slowest in July?

Back

The Earth is nearest the Sun in January and farthest away in July.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Earth's axial tilt?

Back

The Earth's axial tilt is approximately 23.5 degrees, which affects the angle of sunlight received at different latitudes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is revolution in the context of Earth and the Sun?

Back

Revolution refers to the Earth's movement around the Sun, taking approximately one year to complete.

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