Seasons Notes Flashcard

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The Earth rotating on its axis

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the shape of Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Ellipse (oval)

Front

How many days does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

365.25 days

Front

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis

Front

What happens during an equinox?

Back

The day and night are approximately the same length

Front

Which hemisphere receives more direct sunlight during the summer solstice?

Back

The hemisphere facing the Sun

Front

What is the main characteristic of a solstice?

Back

The Earth's tilt is at its maximum or minimum angle relative to the Sun

Front

During which season does the hemisphere tilted away from the Sun experience shorter days?

Back

Winter

Front

What season is it in the Northern Hemisphere during the June Solstice?

Back

Summer