Seasons and the Sun

The video explains how Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun cause the seasons. It describes how the Northern Hemisphere experiences summer when tilted towards the sun, receiving direct sunlight, and winter when tilted away, receiving indirect sunlight. Spring and autumn occur when neither hemisphere is tilted towards the sun, resulting in moderate temperatures. A graph of Toronto's temperatures illustrates these seasonal changes. The video concludes by summarizing the relationship between Earth's tilt, orbit, and the seasons.

How does the tilt of the Earth affect the amount of sunlight received in different seasons?

Explain how the angle of sunlight affects temperature using the flashlight analogy.

What happens to the Northern Hemisphere during spring and autumn in terms of sunlight?

What causes the seasons to change throughout the year?

Describe the differences in temperature and daylight between summer and winter in the Northern Hemisphere.