Bill Nye explains Seasons

What causes the Earth's seasons?

• The Earth's shape

• The Earth's rotation speed

• The Earth's axis tilt

• The distance from the Sun

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What is the angle of the Earth's axis tilt?

• 15 degrees

• 30 degrees

• 23.5 degrees

• 45 degrees

Which part of the Earth receives more direct sunlight during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Equator

• North Pole

• South Pole

• Tropical Rainforests

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What is the reason for the extreme temperatures at the North and South Poles?

• Proximity to the Sun

• Lack of atmosphere

• Angle of the Earth's rotation

• Tilt of the Earth's axis

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What happens to the solar panels in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres during their respective summers?

• Both panels receive equal sunlight

• The panel in the Northern Hemisphere receives more sunlight

• The panels stop functioning

• The panel in the Southern Hemisphere receives more sunlight

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What is the speed of the Earth's rotation around the Sun?

• 75,000 km/h

• 100,000 km/h

• 50,000 km/h

• 200,000 km/h

What is the effect of the Earth's axis tilt on the distribution of sunlight?

• It causes uneven distribution of sunlight

• It causes sunlight to disappear

• It causes equal distribution of sunlight

• It has no effect on sunlight distribution

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What is the primary function of solar panels?

• Convert water into electricity

• Convert heat into light

• Convert light into electricity

• Convert electricity into heat

What is the reason for the extreme temperatures at the Equator?

• Proximity to the Sun

• Angle of the Earth's rotation

• Tilt of the Earth's axis

• Lack of atmosphere

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What is the main factor that determines the heat produced by direct sunlight?

• The color of the surface

• The material of the surface

• The angle of the surface

• The size of the surface