Seasons STAAR Questions 8.7A

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What is the Equator?

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The Equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, experiencing the least change in daylight hours throughout the year.

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What happens at the North Pole during summer?

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During summer, the North Pole experiences continuous daylight for 24 hours a day due to the tilt of the Earth's axis.

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What is the significance of the Tropic of Cancer?

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The Tropic of Cancer is the northernmost point where the sun can be directly overhead, occurring during the summer solstice.

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What is the significance of the Tropic of Capricorn?

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The Tropic of Capricorn is the southernmost point where the sun can be directly overhead, occurring during the winter solstice.

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What causes the change from daytime to nighttime on Earth?

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The rotation of the Earth causes different parts of the Earth to experience day and night.

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

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Earth's axial tilt of approximately 23.5 degrees causes different hemispheres to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to the seasons.

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What is summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Summer in the Northern Hemisphere occurs when the North Pole is tilted toward the sun, resulting in longer daylight hours.

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What is winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winter in the Northern Hemisphere occurs when the North Pole is tilted away from the sun, resulting in shorter daylight hours.

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What is the role of the sun in Earth's seasons?

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The sun's position relative to Earth affects the amount of sunlight and heat received, which determines the seasons.

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What is the significance of the solstices?

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