Understanding Seasons and Earth's Tilt

Front

What season occurs when the part of the world is leaning towards the Sun?

Back

Summer

Front

What season occurs when the part of the world is leaning away from the Sun?

Back

Winter

Front

What season is taking place in the Northern Hemisphere when it is in Position 1?

Back

Winter

Front

What season is taking place in the Northern Hemisphere when it is in Position 2?

Back

Spring

Front

Why does the Southern Hemisphere experience opposite seasons to the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Because of the tilt of the Earth's axis.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

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

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect the seasons?

Back

It causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the equator?

Back

An imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Front

What are the four main seasons?

Back

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.

Front

What happens during the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere is tilted closest to the Sun, resulting in the longest day of the year.