Solstice & Equinox

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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 or shortest day of the year.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is an event that occurs twice a year when day and night are approximately equal in length, happening in spring and fall.

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In which hemisphere do we live (in US)?

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Northern Hemisphere.

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What month does the summer solstice occur in the northern hemisphere?

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June.

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What month does the winter solstice occur in the northern hemisphere?

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December.

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What is the day of the year with the most daylight hours called?

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Summer solstice.

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What is the day of the year with the least daylight hours called?

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Winter solstice.

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When do the spring and fall equinoxes occur?

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Spring equinox occurs around March 21, and fall equinox occurs around September 23.

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What happens to daylight hours during a solstice?

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During a solstice, the daylight hours are at their longest (summer solstice) or shortest (winter solstice).

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes mark the change of seasons and are significant for agriculture and cultural celebrations.