Seasons

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

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23.5 degrees.

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Which hemisphere experiences summer when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun?

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Northern Hemisphere.

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What season has the least amount of daylight in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winter.

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Why is the Equator the warmest part of the Earth?

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Because it receives the most direct sunlight.

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What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere when it is summer?

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Summer.

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What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

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

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During which season does the Northern Hemisphere experience the longest day?

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Summer.

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What is the significance of the solstices?

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They mark the longest and shortest days of the year.

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What happens during the equinoxes?

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Day and night are approximately equal in length.

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How does the tilt of the Earth affect climate?

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It influences the intensity and duration of sunlight received in different regions.

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