Seasons and Earth's Tilt Quick Check

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What season is it when the northern hemisphere is tilted toward the Sun?

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Summer

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During which months do we experience the equinoxes?

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March and September

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Which season in the Northern Hemisphere has the longest day and shortest night?

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Summer

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What is a result of the Earth rotating on its axis?

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The day and night cycle experienced on Earth.

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What causes the change in daylight hours throughout the year?

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Earth's axial tilt.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in March and September.

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

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How does the Earth's tilt affect seasons?

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

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What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

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The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, occurring around June 21.

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What is the winter solstice?

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The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year, occurring around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.