STAAR Review: Season

Front

What is one rotation of Earth equal to?

Back

A day.

Front

What season is it in the northern hemisphere when very little light is visible at Earth's South Pole?

Back

It is summer in the northern hemisphere and winter in the southern hemisphere.

Front

What hypothetical situation would result in every location on Earth having 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness?

Back

Earth would need to be positioned such that its axis is not tilted relative to the sun.

Front

In summer, is the axis of the Earth pointed towards or away from the sun?

Back

Towards.

Front

What would happen to Earth's seasons if it were no longer tilted on its axis?

Back

Earth would not have seasons.

Front

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

Back

During equinoxes, day and night are approximately equal in length.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution in terms of Earth?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, while revolution is the orbit of Earth around the sun.

Front

How long does it take for Earth to complete one revolution around the sun?

Back

One year.

Front

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

Back

It causes variations in temperature and daylight, leading to different seasons.