Cycles in the Sky

Front

What is the 90° latitude on Earth?

Back

Both North and South Poles.

Front

During which event is the Earth tilted toward the sun in the northern hemisphere?

Back

Summer Solstice.

Front

What is the estimated age of the universe?

Back

14.5 billion years.

Front

Are the constellations in the same place in the sky from month to month?

Back

False.

Front

Does the sun rise exactly in the East and set exactly in the West on the summer and winter solstices?

Back

False.

Front

What is the significance of the Equator?

Back

It is the line at 0° latitude, dividing the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Front

What happens during the Winter Solstice in the northern hemisphere?

Back

The Earth is tilted away from the sun, resulting in the shortest day of the year.

Front

What is a solstice?

Back

A solstice is an event in which the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, marking the longest and shortest days.

Front

What is the difference between a solstice and an equinox?

Back

A solstice occurs when the sun is at its greatest distance from the equator, while an equinox occurs when the sun is directly above the equator, resulting in equal day and night.

Front

What are constellations?

Back

Groups of stars that form recognizable patterns in the night sky.