Seasons Review

Front

The Earth's axis is tilted _____ degrees.

Back

23.5 degrees.

Front

Where on Earth can you experience entire days of darkness?

Back

The poles.

Front

Which season has the least amount of daylight in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the first day of spring called?

Back

Vernal Equinox.

Front

What causes there to be longer hours of light during the summer?

Back

Earth tilts toward the sun in summer.

Front

What is the summer solstice?

Back

The longest day of the year, occurring around June 21.

Front

What is the winter solstice?

Back

The shortest day of the year, occurring around December 21.

Front

What are the equinoxes?

Back

Days when day and night are of equal length, occurring in spring and fall.

Front

What is the Tropic of Cancer?

Back

The latitude 23.5 degrees North, marking the northernmost point of the sun's direct rays.

Front

What is the Tropic of Capricorn?

Back

The latitude 23.5 degrees South, marking the southernmost point of the sun's direct rays.