Reasons for Seasons

Reasons for Seasons

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Science

6th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS2-6

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The seasons are caused by Earth's tilt and revolution around the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth in degrees?

Back

The Earth's tilt is 23.5 degrees.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In spring, is the Earth's axis pointed towards or away from the Sun?

Back

Neither away nor toward.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 1?

Back

Winter.

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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?

Back

Summer.

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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between Earth's rotation and seasons?

Back

Earth's rotation causes day and night, but seasons are primarily caused by its tilt and revolution.

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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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