Solstice & Equinox
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3rd - 6th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a solstice?
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A solstice is an event that occurs twice a year when the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky at noon, resulting in the longest and shortest days of the year.
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2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an equinox?
Back
An equinox is an event that occurs twice a year when day and night are approximately equal in length, marking the beginning of spring and autumn.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When does the summer solstice occur in the northern hemisphere?
Back
The summer solstice occurs around June 21st.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When does the winter solstice occur in the northern hemisphere?
Back
The winter solstice occurs around December 21st.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens during the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere?
Back
The northern hemisphere experiences the longest day and shortest night of the year.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens during the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere?
Back
The northern hemisphere experiences the shortest day and longest night of the year.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?
Back
The tilt of the Earth's axis is about 23.5 degrees, which affects how sunlight is distributed on Earth, leading to seasons.
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