Day and Night / Seasons

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth on its axis.

Front

Which season occurs in the Southern Hemisphere during Position 2?

Back

Fall.

Front

Why is it warmer in the summer?

Back

Because of more direct light from Earth's tilt.

Front

Which seasons have the same amount of daylight hours?

Back

Spring and Fall.

Front

Why is the Equator always warm?

Back

Because it receives constant direct sunlight.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

The angle at which Earth is tilted in relation to its orbit around the sun, approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

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

Front

How does the Earth's tilt affect the seasons?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of the solstices?

Back

Solstices mark the points in the year when the sun is at its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, leading to the longest and shortest days.

Front

What happens during an equinox?

Back

During an equinox, day and night are approximately equal in length all over the world.