Earth in Space

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What causes seasons?

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The Earth is tilted on its axis toward the sun in summer, and away from the sun in winter.

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Which day has the LEAST amount of daylight in Minnesota?

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December 21

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How long does it take Earth to revolve around the sun once?

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365 days

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How long does it take Earth to rotate once?

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24 hours

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

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What is the significance of the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What is a revolution in terms of Earth?

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A revolution is the movement of the Earth around the sun, taking about 365 days.

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What is rotation in terms of Earth?

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Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, taking about 24 hours.

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What is the longest day of the year in Minnesota?

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June 21 is the longest day of the year in Minnesota.

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What is the shortest day of the year in Minnesota?

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December 21 is the shortest day of the year in Minnesota.